The NBA honored late Kentucky guard and Boston native Terrence Clarke at the 2021 NBA Draft on Thursday following Clarke’s death in a car accident in April.
After the 15th pick, NBA commissioner Adam Silver called for a moment to recognize Clarke, who declared for the draft after his freshman season.
“Terrence was expected to be drafted tonight, but he tragically passed away in April following a car crash,” Silver said. “He was 19. His extraordinary talent, commitment and dedication to the game deserve to be honored on this stage.”
Terrence’s mother Osmine, his young brother Gavin, and his sister Tatyana Gray were in attendance.