Markieff Morris News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Makes season debut Wednesday Morris ended with zero points (0-1 FG), two rebounds and two assists across five minutes during Wednesday's 119-99 victory over the Bulls.

Impact The Mavericks dominated Wednesday's matchup with the Bulls, allowing Morris to dust the cobwebs off for five minutes. Now toward the backend of his career, Morris is nothing more than a veteran locker room presence, on most nights. Even when he does play, he is unlikely to deliver meaningful contributions, as we saw in this one.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

OFFICIAL: Mavericks Re-Sign Markieff Morris; Player Cut Coming? The Dallas Mavericks have officially re-signed veteran forward Markieff Morris ahead of training camp, but there’s a catch.

SEPTEMBER 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Mavericks re-sign Markieff Morris in nod to 13-year vet's leadership role

The Mavericks are bringing back forward Markieff Morris

SEPTEMBER 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Markieff Morris Agrees to Re-Sign with Mavs Markieff Morris has re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks, bringing veteran leadership and experience as Dallas looks to make another run at a...

SEPTEMBER 8 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Returns to Dallas Morris agreed to a contract with the Mavericks on Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Morris spent the 2023-24 campaign with Dallas, appearing in 26 games (one start) and averaging 2.5 points and 1.5 rebounds across 8.3 minutes. With Naji Marshall replacing Derrick Jones and the rest of the Mavs frontcourt sticking around, Morris will likely be a fringe rotation piece in 2024-25.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sees extended minutes Morris chipped in two points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one block across 14 minutes during Friday's 107-89 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Morris tied his third-highest minutes total of the season during Sunday's matchup with Friday due to Kyrie Irving (hamstring) and Luka Doncic (ankle) sitting out. With Dallas' remaining out Sunday, Morris could continue to receive extended action against Oklahoma City.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sees floor in blowout win Morris produced two points (1-1 FG) across five minutes during Monday's 127-92 win over the Bulls.

Impact The 34-year-old has struggled to garner a consistent role all season, appearing in just seven contests since Jan. 1 and averaging 2.3 points and 0.9 rebounds in 5.7 minutes. Anticipate Morris' lack of minutes to continue buried behind P.J. Washington, Derrick Jones, Josh Green and Maxi Kleber.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to action Sunday Morris (illness) is available for Sunday's game against Minnesota, Mark Followill of Bally Sports Southwest reports.

Impact Morris will return to the court following a one-game absence due to a non-COVID illness. However, he's been an inconsistent part of the team's rotation this year.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Morris (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Morris is in danger of missing his second straight game due to a non-COVID illness. However, the veteran forward has been an inconsistent part of Dallas' rotation, even when healthy.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Morris (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Morris' absence shouldn't impact Dallas' rotation, as he's appeared in just two of the last seven games. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday versus Minnesota.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Morris is questionable for Friday's game against Portland due to an illness, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Morris has appeared in just two of the Mavericks' last seven contests, so his potential absence shouldn't impact fantasy. During Wednesday's blowout win over Portland, Morris played double-digit minutes for the first time since Dec. 22.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Rare appearance in win Morris totaled three points (1-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 12 minutes during Wednesday's 126-97 win over the Trail Blazers.

Impact Morris cracked the rotation for just the second time in the past seven games, called upon as the Mavericks ran away with the victory. Given he is outside the top 400 this season, managers can rest assured he is not worth considering in fantasy, even in the deepest of leagues.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Morris will head back to the bench for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact The Mavericks are still without Dereck Lively (ankle), but they will deploy a smaller frontcourt featuring Grant Williams and Derrick Jones. Morris was quiet in a spot start Friday, scoring four points with two rebounds in 12 minutes.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making first start as Maverick Morris is part of the first unit for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Impact After entering the Dallas rotation in December amidst the absences of Maxi Kleber (toe), Josh Green (elbow) and most recently Dereck Lively (ankle), he'll make his first start of the season. Over his last five appearances, Morris is averaging 2.8 points and 2.6 rebounds over 11.5 minutes.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in five minutes Morris ended with zero points (0-1 FG) and two rebounds across five minutes during Wednesday's 120-111 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Morris continues to see minutes for the Mavericks despite the fact he has zero upside. Now aged 34, Morris is well outside the top 300 this season, making him a non-factor, even in the deepest of leagues.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Morris (illness) is available for Sunday's game against Charlotte.

Impact Morris was questionable for Sunday's matchup due to a non-COVID illness, but he'll be able to play through the issue. He hasn't been a significant part of the team's rotation this year.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday The Mavericks list Morris (non-COVID-19-related illness) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Morris missed Friday's 125-114 loss to the Nuggets with the illness, but the Mavericks will wait and see how he feels closer to Sunday's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff before determining if he'll be available. The veteran forward hasn't been part of the Mavericks' rotation all season and likely won't be featured on the second unit even if he's cleared in advance of the opening tip.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Morris (illness) will not play in Friday's game against Denver.

Impact Morris hasn't seen any action for Dallas so far this season, so his absence won't have many fantasy implications.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Morris is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets due to a non-COVID illness.

Impact Morris has yet to see any game action, so his potential absence wouldn't have much of an impact on Dallas' rotation. However, if he's cleared, Morris could actually see some playing time, as Maxi Kleber (toe) has been downgraded to out.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suits up Friday Morris (ankle) was able to play in Friday's preseason game against Detroit.

Impact Morris sat out Dallas' preseason game back on Oct. 7, but it was always considered a minor setback. Morris is a long shot to crack Dallas' rotation for Opening Night. He finished with four points and one three-pointer during seven minutes of action Friday.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Preseason: How Important is Markieff Morris' Veteran Presence? After re-signing with the Dallas Mavericks following a mid-season trade, Markieff Morris says he always had plans to return in free agency.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Expected to re-sign with Dallas Morris is expected to re-sign with Dallas on Tuesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Morris was traded to Dallas by Brooklyn at the deadline last year, but he hardly saw any playing time for the struggling Mavericks, averaging just 4.5 points and 1.5 rebounds in 8.6 minutes across eight appearances. Dallas retained Dwight Powell and Maxi Kleber this summer and added Grant Williams (hand), Richaun Holmes, Dereck Lively and Derrick Jones to its frontcourt, so it's unclear where the veteran Morris fits in.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Warriors Morris (knee) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Morris has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday after missing the last three games with left knee soreness. However, the veteran forward hasn't played double-digit minutes since Jan. 26, so he is unlikely to heavily impact the Mavericks' rotation.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Morris (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Morris is a negligible part of the rotation in Dallas, so his playing status will not impact fantasy hoops. Through five appearances for the Mavericks, Morris has logged a total of 24 minutes.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Mavericks re-sign Markieff Morris in nod to 13-year vet's leadership role