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Judge Denies Bond for Marcus Morris Sr. in Casino Marker Fraud Case

Held without bond in Florida, he faces extradition to Nevada over claims he wrote $265,000 in bad casino checks.

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Cleveland Cavaliers forward Marcus Morris Sr. (24) reacts to a call against the Utah Jazz during the third quarter at Delta Center during the 2023-24 NBA season.

Overview

  • A Florida judge ruled on July 29 that Morris will only be released for extradition to Nevada or if the outstanding warrants are quashed.
  • Prosecutors allege the former NBA forward wrote $115,000 and $150,000 in bad checks to the MGM Grand and Wynn Las Vegas in May and June 2024.
  • Morris was arrested on July 27 at Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport on an out-of-state felony fraud warrant for insufficient funds checks.
  • His agent and twin brother have publicly challenged the fraud characterization, describing the case as unpaid casino markers rather than deliberate fraud.
  • The 13-year NBA veteran remains a free agent and ESPN guest analyst, with a follow-up hearing scheduled for late August.