Brandon Clarke

The Grizzlies announced Tuesday that Clarke (knee) is progressing well but will remain out for another six-to-nine weeks. The forward underwent a procedure to address knee synovitis on Sept. 26, and this marks the team’s first clear timetable update since the surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Based on the updated recovery window, Clarke’s earliest possible return date would be Dec. 26 against the Bucks. Given his injury history, the Grizzlies are expected to manage his workload carefully once he’s cleared to play.

Brandon Clarke will undergo a procedure to address knee synovitis.

Fantasy Impact

While Clarke has fully healed from a PCL sprain that ended his 2024-25 season, he will now undergo a knee synovitis procedure. The Grizzlies expect him to be re-evaluated in six weeks and make a full recovery.

The Grizzlies say Brandon Clarke will miss the rest of the season with a high-grade PCL sprain in his right knee.

Fantasy Impact

Clarke suffered the injury earlier this week. In his absence, Santi Aldama should see more run for Memphis.

Brandon Clarke (knee) won't play in Friday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Fantasy Impact

Clarke suffered a knee injury in Memphis' last game. He will be sidelined on Friday because of it, and it's unclear how much time it will cause him to miss. Look for Vince Williams Jr. and Jaylen Wells to see more work for however long he remains out.

Brandon Clarke (knee) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz.

Fantasy Impact

Clarke missed Memphis' last game due to a knee injury, but it's not much of an issue for him anymore and he has been cleared to play through it against Utah. He will see more work than usual with Santi Aldama (calf) set to be out for another game for the Grizzlies.