Sham Charania of The Athletic reports that the basketball community is mourning the passing of former NBA guard Darius Morris, who was 33 years old. Morris was selected by the Lakers in the 2011 NBA Draft out of Michigan.
He is well-known for his time spent with the Lakers, 76ers, Clippers, Grizzlies, and Nets. His remarkable four-year NBA career left a lasting impression on the sport by showcasing both talent and tenacity.
With a lifetime average of 3.3 points and 1.1 assists per game, Morris is a dominant point guard at 6 feet 4 inches. His most memorable season was with the Sixers in 2013–14, when he shot an incredible 42 percent from outside the arc and finished with 6.9 points and 2.6 assists. With time in the NBA G League and abroad in China, Russia, and France, Morris has demonstrated his abilities outside of the NBA platform.
Morris’s Magical Michigan: Helping Him Make History
Morris played for Michigan from 2009 to 2011, where he excelled as a player. Coach John Beilein helped him, especially during his second year. His season-ending total of 235 assists not only put him in fourth place all-time in the school’s history but also solidified his place among the select five players who have ever recorded 200 or more assists in a single season.
Morris received recognition for his exceptional play by being named to the All-Big Ten third team. Under Morris’ direction, the 2010–11 Wolverines had an incredible run to the NCAA tournament’s second round before losing to Duke.
Morris captured the hearts of Michigan basketball fans with his skill on the court and his crucial contribution to the team’s success, earning him a rightful position in the school’s basketball history.
Source: Sportico