Barry Clemens 1943 – 2026

Biography

Barry Clemens was a 6’6″ forward who carved out a solid 11-year NBA career after the New York Knicks drafted him in 1965. The Ohio native moved through five franchises—the Knicks, Bulls, SuperSonics, Cavaliers, and Trail Blazers—leaving his mark as a reliable scorer and rebounder during an era of rapid league expansion. By the time he hung up his sneakers in 1976, Clemens had accumulated 5,312 points and 2,532 rebounds, proof of his consistency on the hardwood.

Though he never became a household name like some of his contemporaries, Clemens represented the working professional athlete of his generation—steady, durable, and committed to the craft. He died on October 26, 2026, at 83 years old, having witnessed the NBA transform from a scrappy circuit into a global powerhouse.