The Hidden Cost of Fame: When High Performance Culture Fails The tragic death of Brandon Clarke, a 29 year old NBA forward, has highlighted the dark side of high performance culture in professional sports.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner's ruling that Clarke's demise was caused by the effects of heroin and cocaine, combined with multiple prescription medications, serves as a stark reminder that even the most talented athletes are not immune to the pressures of their own success.
Clarke played 309 NBA games, including 50 starts, averaging 10. 2 points per game.