Marcus Jordan: 5 Things to Know About Michael Jordan’s Son

Marcus Jordan: 5 Things to Know About Michael Jordan’s Son


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Marcus Jordan made headlines after being arrested in Florida on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. According to ABC News, the son of NBA legend Michael Jordan was charged with cocaine possession and resisting arrest. His Lamborghini got stuck on railroad tracks, where he was heard saying in body camera footage, according to the outlet, “I’m not doing anything wrong, I’m just trying to get home, and I made a wrong turn.”  An officer reported that Marcus had “red bloodshot and glassy eyes.”

An Here’s what you need to know about Marcus Jordan.

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Marcus James Jordan was born on Dec. 24, 1990. His parents are Michael Jordan and “His Airiness’s first wife, Juanita Vanoy. Michael married Juanita in 1989, a year after they welcomed their first son, Jeffrey Jordan (b. Nov. 18, 1988). Michael and Juanita would welcome a daughter, Jasmine, before going their separate ways in 2002.

In 2011, Michael proposed to longtime girlfriend Yvette Prieto, and the two married in 2013. The couple welcomed twins in 2014.

Marcus played college basketball at the University of Central Florida, per ESPN. He picked the school in 2009, choosing UCF over Toledo, Iowa, and Davidson. “Marcus was looking for a place he could play, have an impact and feel comfortable on campus,” said his high school coach, Tyrone Slaughter. “The family felt there was no need to continue the recruiting process.”

“UCF really showed him that they wanted him for more than just his name and he was ready to make a decision as soon as he felt comfortable,” added Davis. “UCF made him feel comfortable. They wanted Marcus to come in to contribute right away and made him feel like he could make a big impact. They wanted Marcus for Marcus.”

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