Former NBA guard Darius Morris has died at the age of 33.

Morris played for both the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers, as well as the Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies and Brooklyn Nets during his career.

'With great sadness we announce the passing of our dearly beloved son, Darius Aaron Morris,' the former NBA player's family said in a statement.

'During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.' 

No cause of death has been revealed. 

Former NBA guard Darius Morris has died at the age of 33, his family have announced

Morris played two years with Kobe Bryant at the Lakers: Pictured with Steve Nash in 2012

After thriving at high school level in Los Angeles, Morris attended the University of Michigan

After thriving at the high school level in Los Angeles, Morris attended the University of Michigan and impressed. He broke the school's record for assists in a single season with 235.

Morris was drafted by the Lakers in the second round of the 2011 NBA Draft and he played alongside Kobe Bryant for two seasons in LA.

After playing for the 76ers, Clippers, Grizzlies and Nets, Morris went on to play in China, Russia and France later in his career.

In the NBA he averaged 3.3 points, 1 rebound and 1.4 assists in 132 appearances.