Former NBA player Darius Morris passed away at the age of 33, although the cause of his death has not been disclosed. Morris had a successful college career at the University of Michigan from 2009-2011 before being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the 2011 NBA Draft. Throughout his NBA career, Morris played for five different teams and had his best season with the Lakers during the 2012-13 campaign.
During his time in the NBA, Morris averaged 3.3 points, 1 rebound, and 1.4 assists per game. His best game as a professional came in 2013 when he scored 20 points on 6-for-9 shooting while playing for the Philadelphia 76ers. In addition to his NBA career, Morris also spent seven seasons playing in the G League where he averaged 17.8 points, 4 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game. He last played for BCM Gravelines-Dunkerque in France before his passing.
Morris was known for his contributions to the University of Michigan basketball team, where he is one of only five players in school history to have recorded more than 200 assists in a single season. He made a name for himself in college before being drafted into the NBA and making an impact on various teams throughout his career. Despite facing challenges and setbacks, Morris continued to pursue his passion for basketball both in the NBA and internationally.
Details about Morris’s personal life and survivors were not immediately available following his passing. His sudden death at a relatively young age has left the basketball community and fans mourning the loss of a talented player. His contributions to the sport, both in the NBA and during his time in college and international leagues, will be remembered by those who knew him and followed his career. The cause of Morris’s death remains unknown, leaving family, friends, and fans in mourning as they remember his achievements and the impact he had on the basketball world.
As news of Darius Morris’s passing spreads, fans and colleagues have offered condolences and shared memories of his time on the court. Despite the lack of information regarding the cause of his death, it is clear that Morris made a lasting impact on those who knew him and followed his basketball career. His legacy as a talented player and teammate will be remembered by the basketball community, and his contributions to the sport will not be forgotten. Although his time on the court has come to an end, Darius Morris will be remembered for his dedication and passion for basketball.
