Marcus James Jordan, born on December 24, 1990, is the son of NBA legend Michael Jordan and a former college basketball player for the UCF Knights.
Recently, he has gained media attention due to legal troubles.
On February 4, 2025, Marcus was arrested in Maitland, Florida, facing multiple charges including cocaine possession, driving under the influence (DUI), and resisting arrest.
His arrest occurred after police found his Lamborghini SUV stuck on railroad tracks following a night out.
Officers noted signs of intoxication, such as slurred speech and red eyes.
Although he admitted to drinking, he claimed his blood alcohol level was below the legal limit.
During the encounter, he reportedly insisted, “Bro… I’m Michael Jordan’s son! I haven’t done anything wrong” as he was being detained.
Parents
Marcus is the second eldest son of NBA legend Michael Jordan and his first wife, Juanita Vanoy.
He was born on December 24, 1990, in Chicago, Illinois.
Marcus has one older brother, Jeffrey Jordan, born on November 18, 1988, and a younger sister, Jasmine, born in 1992.
Michael and Juanita were married from 1989 until their divorce in 2006.
After their separation, Michael married Yvette Prieto in 2013, with whom he has twin daughters, Victoria and Ysabel.
Growing up under the spotlight of his father’s fame, Marcus experienced a unique upbringing that emphasized both privilege and the importance of staying grounded.
Career
Jordan is a former college basketball player best known for his time with the UCF Knights at the University of Central Florida.
He began his basketball journey at Loyola Academy in Illinois, where he played alongside his older brother Jeffrey Jordan.
Together, they helped lead the team to a conference championship.
Seeking greater challenges, Marcus later transferred to Whitney Young Magnet High School in Chicago, where he excelled as a player.
In 2009, he led Whitney Young to an Illinois 4A Championship and was named the tournament’s MVP, solidifying his reputation as a talented athlete.
In college, Marcus played for the University of Central Florida from 2009 to 2012.
As a freshman, he averaged 8.0 points per game and went on to score a total of 1,152 points during his college career.
His time at UCF was not without controversy; Marcus famously wore Nike Air Jordans during games, which led Adidas to terminate its sponsorship deal with the university.
Despite this, he delivered several standout performances, including scoring a career-high 28 points against the University of West Florida and playing a key role in UCF’s upset victory over the 16th-ranked University of Florida.
After graduating in 2013 with a degree in Hospitality Management, Marcus shifted his focus to entrepreneurship.
He founded Trophy Room, a high-end sneaker boutique inspired by his father Michael Jordan’s legacy.
Originally located at Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida, the store transitioned to an online-only platform in 2019.
Beyond his business ventures, Marcus has explored other opportunities, including appearing on reality television.
In 2023, he participated in the second season of The Traitors, showcasing his versatility and interests outside of basketball and business.
