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Former NBA Player Darius Morris Dies at 33 from Heart Disease Linked to Drugs and Alcohol

Jun 15, 2024 1 min read

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Former NBA player Darius Morris, 33, passed away from coronary artery disease exacerbated by drug and alcohol use, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. The ME's report indicated that cocaine, hydrocodone, and ethanol were significant contributing factors. Morris was found dead in a Los Angeles-area home on May 2 and examined the following day, with his body showing signs of decomposition and a foul odor. No drugs were found at the scene.

Morris played four seasons in the NBA, including stints with the Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers. His death was classified as accidental. In addition to his NBA career, Morris also played professionally in China and France, and he was a standout player at the University of Michigan prior to joining the NBA.

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