Darius Aaron Morris, an American professional basketball player, was drafted 41st overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2011. As a point guard, he played for various NBA teams like the Brooklyn Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Memphis Grizzlies. He also gained experience in the NBA D-League with the Los Angeles D-Fenders and Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Morris extended his career internationally, playing in China, Russia, and France.
In the 1987-88 season, Gary Grant set the previous single-season assist record for Michigan with 234 assists in 34 games.
Rumeal Robinson recorded a high single-season assist total for Michigan with 233 assists in 37 games during the 1988-89 season.
Darius Aaron Morris was born on January 3, 1991.
Darius Morris led Windward School to the California state championship in 2009 and was awarded the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Division 5A State John Wooden High School Player of the Year Award.
Darius Morris started as a freshman for the Michigan Wolverines in the 2009-10 season, averaging 4.4 points and 2.6 assists per game.
Darius Morris was selected for the All-Big Ten 3rd team in the 2010-11 season by both coaches and media. The National Association of Basketball Coaches also recognized him as a 2nd team All-District selection.
During the 2010-11 season, Darius Morris led his team in points and steals per game.
During the 2010-11 season, Darius Morris, while playing for the Michigan Wolverines, led the Big Ten Conference in assists and set a new single-season assist record for the university.
Following the 2010-11 Big Ten Conference men's basketball season, Darius Morris was named to the third team All-Big Ten by both coaches and media, and was also selected for the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Division I District 7 All‐District second team.
On January 10, 2010, Darius Morris achieved a season-high of 7 assists while playing against Northwestern.
On December 23, 2010, Darius Morris was one of three Michigan Wolverines players to make 4 three-point shots, contributing to the team's record of 16 three-pointers in a single game against Bryant University. He also recorded a double-double with 12 assists.
On December 27, 2010, the Big Ten Conference named Darius Morris Player of the Week.
Darius Morris set a new single-season assist record for Michigan during the 2011 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament with 235 assists in 35 games.
In 2011, Darius Morris was drafted by his hometown team, the Los Angeles Lakers, in the second round of the NBA draft with the 41st overall pick.
In 2011, Darius Morris was selected as the 41st pick in the NBA draft by the Los Angeles Lakers.
Darius Morris became the third Michigan Wolverines men's basketball player to record a triple-double and was named co-player of the week in the Big Ten, sharing the award with Talor Battle on January 31, 2011.
On February 1, 2011, The Wall Street Journal recognized Darius Morris as the most valuable player to his team among major conference players due to his significant contribution to the team's points through assists and field goals.
Darius Morris decided to enter the NBA draft on June 23, 2011, after seeking advice from the NBA's undergraduate advisory committee.
Darius Morris was assigned to the Los Angeles D-Fenders of the NBA D-League on March 7, 2012.
Darius Morris was recalled by the Los Angeles Lakers on March 16, 2012.
On July 2, 2012, Darius Morris re-signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.
On November 9, 2012, Darius Morris achieved career highs with 5 rebounds and 5 assists in a game against the Golden State Warriors.
Darius Morris was reassigned to the Los Angeles D-Fenders on March 7, 2013.
Darius Morris was recalled from the D-Fenders on March 9, 2013.
The Los Angeles Lakers sent Darius Morris to the D-Fenders on April 3, 2013.
Darius Morris signed with the Philadelphia 76ers on September 27, 2013.
On November 16, 2013, Darius Morris scored an NBA regular season career-high 20 points against the New Orleans Pelicans.
The Philadelphia 76ers waived Darius Morris on November 20, 2013, as part of a series of roster moves.
On January 6, 2014, Darius Morris signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Darius Morris signed a 10-day contract with the Memphis Grizzlies on February 3, 2014.
Darius Morris was acquired by the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the NBA D-League on March 17, 2014.
Darius Morris joined the San Antonio Spurs for the 2014 NBA Summer League in July.
Darius Morris signed with the Portland Trail Blazers on September 24, 2014.
Darius Morris was waived by the Portland Trail Blazers on October 25, 2014.
On December 11, 2014, Darius Morris signed with the Brooklyn Nets.
Darius Morris was reacquired by the Rio Grande Valley Vipers on March 29, 2016.
Darius Morris conditionally signed with the Guangdong Southern Tigers of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) on January 5, 2018.
On February 21, 2018, Darius Morris did not renew his contract with the Guangdong Southern Tigers.
Darius Morris signed with the New Orleans Pelicans for training camp on September 4, 2018.
Darius Aaron Morris passed away on May 2, 2024.