Michael Jordan’s son Marcus Jordan marks “40 Days of sobriety” following DWI arrest
Marcus Jordan, son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, is making strides toward recovery following his February arrest for DWI and drug possession. He recently shared on Instagram that he is 40 days sober and committed to a healthier lifestyle, including working out and enjoying leisure activities. Jordan is also reportedly seeking a pre-trial substance abuse intervention program.
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Months after his arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI), drug possession, and other legal issues, Marcus Jordan has taken significant steps to turn his life around. On Sunday, the 34-year-old took to Instagram to share an update on his progress. “40 days sober and counting…” read the message on his Instagram Story, accompanied by a photo from inside a workout room — a clear sign of his commitment to healthier habits.
Marcus Jordan was arrested on February 4
Marcus Jordan, the second-eldest son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, was arrested in the early hours of February 4 in Orange County, Florida. According to reports, his SUV became stuck on railroad tracks, and he was taken into custody after failing field sobriety tests.In March, TMZ reported that Marcus was seeking to participate in a pre-trial substance abuse intervention program as part of his legal proceedings.
“Jordan’s attorneys argued the program would ‘not only benefit him personally but also serve the community by reducing the likelihood of future offenses,'” TMZ reported at the time. “They added in the documents that Michael’s son ‘is amenable to treatment.”
“It’s a step in the right direction for Jordan,” TMZ added, “as he stated in court docs back in March, he was struggling with ‘challenges’ stemming from ‘alcohol/substance use’ and offered to take courses to address the issues head-on.”
Along with the sobriety post, Marcus also shared glimpses of his renewed lifestyle — including photos of himself golfing and enjoying premium steak and sushi meals.
Born in 1990, Marcus is the second-oldest child of basketball legend Michael Jordan. He has an older brother, Jeffrey, and a younger sister, Jasmine. Raised in Highland Park, Illinois, Marcus played as a shooting guard, notably representing the University of Central Florida (UCF) during his college basketball career. However, he never made it to the NBA. After stepping away from basketball, Marcus shifted his focus to business, carving out his own path beyond the court.
His father Michael Jordan, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, took the NBA to another level with his unmatched skills. He led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA championships in the 1990s and earned five MVP awards. Known for his clutch performances, iconic dunks, and defensive prowess, he became a global icon both on and off the court.
