NBA Veteran Marcus Morris Arrested on Florida Felony Fraud Charge

NBA veteran Marcus Morris Sr., a free agent and former Kansas standout, was arrested at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Broward County, Florida, on a felony charge of fraud related to writing a check with insufficient funds. Morris, 35, who has played 13 NBA seasons for multiple teams including the Houston Rockets, Boston Celtics, and Cleveland Cavaliers, is being held without bond on an out-of-state warrant. His twin brother, Markieff Morris, criticized the public handling of the arrest, indicating that the situation was being misrepresented and that more details would be shared soon. The arrest may impact Morris's prospects for continuing his NBA career, as he approaches age 36 and recently finished the 2023-24 season split between the 76ers and Cavaliers. This incident adds to previous legal troubles involving the Morris twins, including past assault-related charges. Marcus Morris has also begun transitioning into media appearances on ESPN programs while remaining a free agent.