NBA Star Marcus Morris Seems In Court docket In Handcuffs, Choose Denies Bond

Marcus Morris Sr. simply appeared in a Florida courtroom for the primary time since his arrest over the weekend … however issues didn’t go the NBA star’s manner throughout the proceedings.

The 35-year-old has been in custody in Broward County since Sunday over allegations he stiffed a on line casino in Las Vegas … and at a listening to concerning the matter on Tuesday, Morris’ attorneys requested for bond so he may get a deal with on the difficulty.

The legal professionals advised the decide that Morris was within the technique of paying off his money owed in Nevada — and releasing him would assist expedite that.

The decide, although, denied the movement for bond … and mentioned she would solely launch him to Nevada authorities for extradition — or if the warrants that have been issued for his arrest have been withdrawn.

Morris — who was carrying handcuffs and a jail-issued jumpsuit — didn’t converse throughout the proceedings. His brother, former NBA champion Markieff Morris, was within the courtroom providing assist.

One other listening to was slated for Morris for late August … nevertheless it’s clear, the basketball participant and his group are hoping issues get resolved nicely earlier than that.

We broke the story … Morris was arrested at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Worldwide Airport and booked on a cost of fraud — inadequate funds examine cost.

The Morris brothers’ agent, Yony Noy, mentioned in an announcement on X all of it stemmed from “an impressive marker with a on line casino.”

“Apparently you probably have over $1,200 they will subject a warrant in your arrest. Absolute madness!”