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March 1, 2026
To be re-evaluated in two weeks
The Grizzlies announced Sunday that Clarke (calf) will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Analysis
Clarke has been sidelined since Dec. 20 with a Grade 2 right calf strain, an injury he sustained in just his second game back from offseason knee surgery. While the veteran forward was initially given a 4-to-6-week recovery timeline in mid-January, his return has been delayed as he works through the reconditioning process. This latest update suggests Clarke is unlikely to return before mid-March, potentially leaving him with only a handful of regular-season games to ramp up his workload. With Clarke still out and Zach Edey (ankle) sidelined indefinitely, the Grizzlies will continue to rely on Santi Aldama (knee), Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Taylor Hendricks and GG Jackson to handle the bulk of the frontcourt minutes.
February 26, 2026
Not yet ready to return
Clarke (calf) is out for Friday's game against Dallas.
Analysis
Memphis hasn't provided another update on Clarke's status since initially stating that he would miss the next 4-to-6 weeks while rehabbing from a Grade 2 right calf strain. He can be considered week-to-week until the Grizzlies release more information on his availability moving forward.
