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Former NBA player Darius Morris, who started a playoff game for the Los Angeles Lakers and played for four other NBA teams, has died at 33. The cause of his death has not been disclosed. Morris also played for the University of Michigan from 2009-2011 and is one of five players in school history to have more than 200 assists in a season. More from Deadline Edgar Lansbury Dies: Tony Winner And Brother Of Angela Lansbury Was 94 Los Angeles Lakers Fire Head Coach Darvin Ham After Playoffs Failures Daniel Zirilli Dies: Prolific Director Of Action Films And Music Videos Was 58 He went on to be drafted by the Lakers with the 41st pick in the 2011 NBA Draft. Morris averaged 3.3 points, 1 rebound, and 1.4 assists per game during his NBA career. His best season was the 2012-13 campaign with the Lakers, where he averaged 4.0 points, 1.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game. His best game as a pro came in 2013 when he was with the Philadelphia 76ers. On November 16th, Morris scored 20 points on 6-for-9 shooting against the New Orleans Pelicans. Morris played seven seasons in the G League and averaged 17.8 points, 4 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game. He last played for BCM Gravelines-Dunkerque in France. No information on survivors was immediately available. Best of Deadline 2024-25 Awards Season Calendar - Dates For Oscars, Tonys, Guilds, BAFTAs, Spirits & More 2024 Premiere Dates For New & Returning Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries Sign up for Deadline's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.