Brandon Clarke’s Knee Surgery Announcement
Brandon Clarke, who plays as a forward and center for the Memphis Grizzlies, is scheduled to have an arthroscopic surgery on his knee due to synovitis, an inflammation affecting the joint lining, as confirmed by the team on Friday. This injury occurred during offseason training sessions. The organization indicated that Clarke would be re-evaluated in about six weeks, and sources relayed optimism about his expected full recovery from this condition, although a specific recovery timeline has not been provided.
Injury History and Current Status
At 29, Clarke’s injury history is notable. He missed the last month of the 2024-25 season due to a posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) sprain, a condition that healed without surgical intervention. This latest news regarding Clarke’s knee was part of multiple injury updates released by the Grizzlies on the same day.
Team Injury Updates
In addition to Clarke’s situation, the team provided information on center Zach Edey, who is currently sidelined with an ankle issue and is expected to be out for another six to nine weeks, as well as forward Jaren Jackson Jr., who is dealing with a toe injury. Jackson has received clearance to gradually return to basketball activities and is anticipated to be ready to play in about four to six weeks.
Clarke’s Career Challenges
Throughout his career, Clarke has faced several challenges with lower body injuries. In addition to the current synovitis and his previous PCL injury, he also underwent a significant recovery period after tearing his left Achilles tendon late in the 2022-23 season, which kept him out for the majority of the following campaign. Last season, he participated in 64 games, averaging 8.3 points and 5.1 rebounds per game over nearly 19 minutes of play. Clarke has two years remaining on his contract, which is valued at 25 million dollars.
