Former NBA Player Darius Morris Passes Away at Age 33

Former NBA player Darius Morris has tragically passed away at the young age of 33. The news was confirmed by The Athletic’s Shams Charania, sparking an outpouring of condolences from the basketball community.

Morris, a four-year NBA veteran, began his career with the Los Angeles Lakers after being drafted in the second round of the 2011 NBA Draft. He also had stints with the Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, and Brooklyn Nets during his time in the league.

Despite only starting 17 games throughout his NBA career, Morris made a lasting impact on the court. He averaged 3.3 points, 1 rebound, and 1.4 assists in 132 games played. His standout performance came during the 2013 NBA Playoffs when he scored 24 points and dished out 6 assists against the San Antonio Spurs.

Following the news of his passing, tributes poured in from the basketball world. The Michigan men’s basketball program, where Morris played college basketball, honored him on social media. Former Michigan head coach John Beilein also shared his condolences, highlighting Morris’ leadership during his time with the Wolverines.

The National Basketball Retired Players Association also paid tribute to Morris, calling him a legend and expressing their condolences to his family, friends, and fans.

The cause of Morris’ death is still unknown, leaving many in shock and mourning the loss of a talented player taken too soon. The basketball community will surely remember Darius Morris for his contributions to the game and the impact he made both on and off the court.