DECEMBER 29, 2023 • USATODAY.COM
MARCUS MORRIS SR.
Marcus Morris Sr. serving as a veteran mentor to Sixers' Tyrese Maxey Marcus Morris Sr. has taken on a mentor role for young Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey.
Gets starting nod Morris is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Raptors, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Impact Morris will replace De'Anthony Melton (thigh) in the starting five for Friday's contest. Morris is averaging 12.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 steals in 20.3 minutes across his last three starting appearances.
DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Wednesday Morris (illness) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Impact Morris has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday after missing Philadelphia's previous game due to an illness. With Nicolas Batum (hamstring) out, Morris is a candidate to receive increased minutes against Minnesota.
DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Wednesday Morris (illness) was not able to practice Tuesday and is questionable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.
Impact Robert Covington is in the same boat as Morris, as neither forward practiced which leaves their status in the air. Both players are candidates to step up Wednesday, however, as Nicolas Batum has already been ruled out with a hamstring issue.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to out Morris (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game versus the Bulls, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
Impact Morris was a late addition to the injury report and will ultimately be sidelined due to an illness. Robert Covington, Paul Reed and Nicolas Batum are candidates for a few extra minutes with Morris unavailable.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Monday Morris is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls due to an illness.
Impact The 76ers are mostly healthy for Monday's game apart from Morris. The veteran forward usually sees minutes in the teens for the 76ers, but we could see Robert Covington, Paul Reed and Nicolas Batum pick up a handful of minutes if Morris is forced to sit.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tallies 15 points in 15 minutes Morris closed with 15 points (5-8 FG, 5-5 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 15 minutes during Friday's 124-92 win over the Pistons.
Impact Morris couldn't miss from deep Friday, draining all five of his three-point attempts in the blowout win. He finished with his highest scoring performance thus far in December and notched double-digit points for just the second time in his past five contests. Morris hasn't played more than 16 minutes in any game during that span, severely limiting his fantasy viability.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to bench Morris won't start Wednesday's game against the Wizards.
Impact With Joel Embiid (illness) and Nicolas Batum (finger) sidelined, Morris drew a spot start next to Paul Reed in Philly's frontcourt during Friday's loss to Boston. However, Embiid and Batum will be back in action Wednesday, sending Morris and Reed to reserve roles. In his last outing off the bench, Morris scored 16 points (6-8 FG) in 20 minutes.
DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Marcus Morris Picks Side in Sixers Storied Rivalry Marcus Morris gives take on Sixers/Celtics rivalry
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Gets starting nod Morris is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Pelicans.
Impact Morris will replace Joel Embiid (illness) in the starting lineup Wednesday. Morris recorded 16 points, four assists, two blocks, two assists and one steal in 16 minutes during his only other starting appearances this season.
NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Excels off bench Monday Morris finished with 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt), one rebound and one steal over 20 minutes during Monday's 138-94 victory over the Lakers.
Impact Morris was impressive off the bench Monday and had one of his best outings of the campaign, as he made the most of his minutes and was particularly sharp from three-point range. Morris reached the 20-minute mark for the first time this season, but there's a strong chance that might have happened due to the nature of the blowout win rather than him having a large role off the bench.
NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to bench Morris isn't in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the Thunder.
Impact Joel Embiid will replace Morris in the starting lineup Saturday. Morris is averaging 1.1 points and 1.0 rebounds in 7.0 minutes across his previous 11 appearances coming off the bench this season.
NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Launches 12 shots in 16 minutes Morris chipped in 16 points (6-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 16 minutes during Wednesday's 112-99 loss to the Timberwolves.
Impact Surprisingly, Morris got the start at center with Joel Embiid (hip) sidelined. He wasted no time establishing himself offensively in limited minutes, taking more shots and scoring more points in 16 minutes than he had in total over his previous seven appearances. Once Embiid is back, Morris figures to return to single-digit minutes.
NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Wednesday Morris will enter the first unit for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.
Impact After seeing fewer than 10 minutes in each of Philadelphia's past four games, Morris will be thrust into the starting lineup with Joel Embiid (hip) sidelined. The starting five features Morris, Nicolas Batum, Tobias Harris, Tyrese Maxey and De'Anthony Melton. While he'll certainly see more action than he has recently, fantasy managers shouldn't expect Morris to handle 30 minutes.
NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nick Nurse explains why Marcus Morris Sr. has yet to play for Sixers Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse explains why Marcus Morris Sr. has yet to play in the rotation.
NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • USATODAY.COM
Left off injury report Morris (undisclosed) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Suns.
Impact Morris is seemingly available Saturday but didn't suit up in Thursday's contest despite not being on the injury report due to still being in "ramp-up mode after being traded to Philadelphia. Therefore, it seems unlikely Morris will receive significant playing time Saturday.
NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still ramping up Morris (undisclosed) is still in "ramp-up" mode and didn't suit up for Thursday's matchup against Raptors, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Impact Morris wasn't on the injury report for Thursday's game, suggesting he'd suit up, but he was ultimately unavailable. It's unclear if Morris is dealing with an injury, or if he's still just getting acclimated to his new team. Either way, his next chance to suit up will come Saturday against the Suns.
NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Marcus Morris Looking to Turn Heads With Sixers Veteran forward pumped for fresh start with Sixers
NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Cleared for debut Morris (trade pending) isn't listed on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Impact Morris, Robert Covington and Kenyon Martin will all be available for their first game with the 76ers this season, but Nicolas Batum (personal) won't be. Morris was out of the rotation in Los Angeles, but it's unclear what his role will be with Philadelphia.
NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Marcus Morris on leaving Clippers: I had to get out of Hollywood Ky Carlin: Marcus Morris on Instagram: “I had to get out of Hollywood” #SixersSource: Twitter @Ky_Carlin What’s the buzz on Twitter? Ky Carl...
OCTOBER 31, 2023 • HOOPSHYPE.COM
Headed to Philadelphia Morris (personal), Nicolas Batum, Robert Covington and Kenyon Martin were acquired by the 76ers on Tuesday in a three-team deal that sent James Harden, P.J. Tucker and Filip Petrus...
Impact Morris averaged 13.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 27.8 minutes per game over three full seasons with the Clippers but wasn't part of the team's rotation during the first three games of the 2023-24 season. He was away from the team recently but will now have a change of scenery and should report to Philadelphia soon. It's not yet clear whether the 34-year-old will be able to suit up for his new team right away following his recent absence, and his role with the 76ers is somewhat murky since several frontcourt players were moved from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. However, Morris should at least have a better chance of claiming a rotation spot with the 76ers than he did with the Clippers.
OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Tuesday Morris (personal) won't play Tuesday against the Magic, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Impact Morris has been held out of his team's first two matchups this year by LA's coaching staff, and he'll remain sidelined Tuesday. It remains to be seen whether he'll be asked to contribute this season for the Clippers.
OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Morris (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Spurs, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Impact Morris didn't receive any playing time in the Clippers' first two games due to an apparent coach's decision, and it remains to be seen if he'll be part of the team moving forward. Morris' next chance to play will come against the Magic on Tuesday.
OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Friday Morris isn't with the team and is out for Friday's game versus Utah.
Impact Morris didn't receive any playing time in the Clippers' regular-season opener, and his role with the team moving forward is questionable. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with San Antonio, but Morris appears to be a top candidate to be traded.
OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will be available Morris (groin) will be available for Wednesday's game against Portland, Joey Linn of Sports Illustrated reports.
Impact Morris battled a groin injury for most of training camp, but there's no guarantee he actually sees the floor. Even though Terance Mann is out with an ankle injury, Robert Covington and Nicolas Batum are believed to be ahead of Morris on the depth chart.
OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
