Former Celtics Forward Marcus Morris Arrested in Florida on Fraud Charges

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Former Boston Celtics forward Marcus Morris was arrested in Florida over the weekend and is now facing fraud charges. According to the local sheriff’s office, the charge involves writing a check with insufficient funds.

Morris was taken into custody on Sunday and is currently being held without bond. Officials said the incident may be related to a separate case in another state, though no further information has been made public at this time. The details surrounding the alleged check fraud remain limited as the investigation continues.

The arrest reportedly occurred at an airport in Florida, where Morris was with his family. His twin brother, Markieff Morris, who is also a professional basketball player, later addressed the situation on social media. He stated that Marcus was arrested while with his family and mentioned that his brother would speak about the matter soon. He also described the incident as a lesson learned.

Marcus Morris played 54 games with the Boston Celtics during the 2018–2019 season of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was known for his competitive style of play and was a key part of the Celtics’ lineup that year.

Legal analysts suggest the involvement of another state may trigger federal interest, particularly if the allegations involve interstate financial activity. Should that occur, the case could escalate beyond the county level and fall under federal jurisdiction. For now, it remains a local case pending further inquiry.

Morris has not had significant off-court legal issues in recent years, though in 2017, he and his brother were tried and later acquitted in an assault case in Arizona. This latest arrest, while not involving violence, may still affect his standing with teams or sponsors if the allegations are proven true.

Neither the Celtics organization nor any other NBA team Morris has played for has commented publicly on the arrest. Given Morris’s current free agent status, it’s unclear how the incident might impact any future playing opportunities.

Morris or his representatives have released no official statement regarding the arrest. Authorities have not disclosed whether Morris has legal representation at this point. The sheriff’s office has only confirmed the charge and custody status.

There is no additional information on when Morris might appear in court or if further charges will be filed. The case remains open and under investigation.

This is a developing story.