Darius Morris has died at the age of 33. The former NBA player was found dead in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, as reported by TMZ and subsequently shared by several American journalists. At 1.93 meters tall, he played the point guard position. His last team was the French BCM Gravelines in 2020. Since then, Morris has found himself without a team until the misfortune occurred, of which no further details have been shared.
Four-year NBA veteran Darius Morris has passed away at the age of 33. Morris played for the Lakers, 76ers, Clippers, Grizzlies and Nets from 2011-2015.
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The point guard was drafted by the Lakers in 2011, where he coincided with Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol. In his adventure in the best League in the world after passing through the University of Michigan, he also defended the colors of the Sixers, Clippers, Grizzlies and Nets, with many presences also in the G League. He never established himself in any team and was transfer fodder throughout his career until he retired at the young age of 30. The playmaker also went through teams from Russia and China.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son Darius Aaron Morris,” the former player’s family said in a statement. A misfortune that has had a great impact, with many franchises offering their condolences on social networks.
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