Monte Morris: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Veteran NBA referee Bill Kennedy, known leaguewide for his animated and often entertaining replay explanations, exited Friday’s game between the 76ers and Magic after suffering an apparent right leg injury.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / December 10

NBA Notes: Sixers, Joel Embiid, Knicks, Tyler Kolek, Monte Morris

The Sixers are looking for more stability in the middle. Joel Embiid had one of the roughest shooting nights of his career in Sunday’s loss to the Lakers, finishing 4-of-21 from the field.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 10

NBA Notes: Clippers, Chris Paul, Lakers, LeBron James, Monte Morris

Chris Paul says he is “at peace” with how things ended in Los Angeles and is ready for whatever comes next. Speaking with People Magazine, Paul said he understands the Clippers’ decision to move on and is focused on finding his next NBA spot.

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Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / December 9

NBA veteran Monte Morris could head overseas

Greece’s Olympiacos is in advanced talks with veteran NBA guard Monte Morris.

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Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Wire / November 24

NBA Transactions: Monte Morris, Noa Essengue, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl

November 23 • Guard Monte Morris cleared waivers and is now a free agent. He last appeared with the Pacers. November 22 • The Sixers recalled big man Johni Broome from the Delaware Blue Coats.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / November 20

Pacers plan to retain Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, waive Monte Morris

The Pacers intend to re-sign forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to a non-guaranteed contract as his second 10-day deal concludes, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that the team will waive point guard Monte Morris in order to create room on its 15-man roster.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / November 8

Pacers’ Andrew Nembhard expected to return against Nuggets

After missing the past seven games due to a left shoulder strain he sustained early in the Pacers‘ season opener, guard Andrew Nembhard has been upgraded to questionable for Saturday’s matchup at Denver.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 7

NBA Notes: Nets, Cam Thomas, Pacers, Monte Morris, Richie Adubato

Cam Thomas is going to be out multiple weeks. Brooklyn announced he has a left hamstring strain and will be reevaluated in three to four weeks. He strained the same hamstring four times in the past year and played only 25 games last season because of it.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Wire / November 6

Pacers waiving Mac McClung, signing Monte Morris

The Pacers are waiving Mac McClung and signing Monte Morris to a one-year deal, per Shams Charania of ESPN. Dustin Dopirak of the Indianapolis Star reported the contract will be non-guaranteed.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / November 6

Pacers part ways with three-time Slam Dunk champion Mac McClung, sign veteran

McClung, a 6-foot-2 guard, has become a household name among NBA fans by winning the past three Slam Dunk contests despite rarely playing in the league.

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 26

Pacers Notes: Signing Falls Through, Pacers Sign Veteran Guard, Linked to Blockbuster Trade

The Indiana Pacers recently signed Monte Morris, but the signing unfortunately fell through. A strained calf was the reason that the Pacers decided not to take a chance on the 30-year-old, but it is currently unclear how severe the injury is.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / September 25

Monte Morris Injury Forces Pacers To Pivot To Different Free Agent

On the prowl for point guard depth, the Indiana Pacers were reportedly adding Monte Morris, who spent last season with the Phoenix Suns. The eight-year veteran’s career has been in a downturn since he left the Denver Nuggets in 2022, where he was a steady hand in the second unit.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 25

Pacers turn to Delon Wright after Monte Morris injury nixes deal

The Pacers have shuffled their camp plans at point guard. Veteran Monte Morris was originally set to sign a non-guaranteed, one-year deal with Indiana.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 25

Pacers backpedal on Monte Morris signing after calf injury

The Indiana Pacers have reversed course on their plan to sign veteran guard Monte Morris, citing a calf injury that surfaced during the final stages of negotiations just days before training camp.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 24

Pacers bringing in Monte Morris on camp deal

The Pacers are giving veteran point guard Monte Morris a shot at making the roster, with ESPN’s Shams Charania reporting he has agreed to a one-year deal.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 23

Pacers to sign veteran guard to a one-year deal

The Pacers have 13 players on the roster with fully guaranteed deals, so there’s room for him to earn his way onto the opening night roster. Indiana had a full camp roster, so it will need to make a corresponding move.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / September 4

Knicks Could Sign Veteran PG For Final Roster Spot

The New York Knicks could look to add a point guard with their final open roster spot and there are a few people that could make sense for the role. The Athletic insider James Edwards III thinks Phoenix Suns point guard Monte Morris could make sense for the Knicks.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1

Nuggets should continue their team reunion

The Denver Nuggets brought back one of their most popular former players when Bruce Brown signed with the team Monday. They shouldn't stop with just one former Nugget.

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NBA News / Burn City Sports / September 11, 2024

Suns G Monte Morris and Mercury F Natasha Mack throw out first pitch at Diamondbacks game

New Phoenix Suns guard Monte Morris and Phoenix Mercury forward Natasha Mack threw out the first pitch for “Suns + Mercury Night” at Chase Field ahead of the Arizona Diamondbacks series opener against the Texas Rangers, the team they lost to in last season’s World Series.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2, 2024

Suns plan to sign Bradley Beal's former Wizards teammate

He is a very underrated true point guard. He was teammates with Phoenix star Bradley Beal on the Wizards during the 2022-23 season.

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / June 6, 2024

Report: 'Decent amount of optimism' Wolves can re-sign Monte Morris

Could Monte Morris be back in Minnesota next season? Morris was acquired by the Wolves at the trade deadline last season, but only averaged 5.1 points and 2.3 assists in 27 games with Minnesota.

NBA News / Minnesota Sports Fan / February 7, 2024

Can Monte Morris Cure Minnesota Timberwolves’ Playmaking, Maturity Problems?

While he may not have the career accomplishments of Mike Conley, Monte Morris has the potential to be a significant addition to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5, 2024

Nuggets keen on bringing back one unlikely player at trade deadline

With the trade deadline looming, the defending NBA champions may be keen on bringing back [checks notes] a five-point-per-game scorer.

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NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / January 25, 2024

Report: Timberwolves 'will try' to trade for Monté Morris

You can put Monté Morris on the list of the players the Timberwolves could try to acquire before the Feb. 8 NBA trade deadline. According to Minnesota