Beal limited by back, but Wizards roll past Pistons 120-99
Kyle Kuzma scored 25 points, and the Washington Wizards overcame Bradley Beal’s back issues to beat the Detroit Pistons 120-99OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
MONTÉ MORRIS #23 - POINT GUARD - PHOENIX SUNS
5.4 PPG •
1.1 RPG •
1.2 APG
5.4 PPG
1.1 RPG
1.2 APG
Postgame Press - WAS vs. PHI: Wes Unseld Jr., Monte Morris, Kristaps Porzingis
NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Hands out six dimes Morris accumulated 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-3 3Pt), three rebounds and six assists across 26 minutes during Sunday's 117-107 overtime loss to the Cavaliers.
Impact Judging by the numbers, Morris had his best game of the season Sunday since he posted double-digit scoring figures for the first time in 2022-23 while also tying his season-high mark in assists. Morris is off to a good start from deep, connecting on five of his seven long-range attempts. He closed last season in Denver shooting 39.5 percent from three on 4.2 attempts per game.
OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 10 against NYK Morris notched 10 points (4-12 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists, two rebounds, two steals and a block across 24 minutes in Friday's 105-89 preseason loss against the Knicks.
Impact Morris played alongside Bradley Beal in the backcourt. While he had major efficiency issues, he delivered decent value thanks to his contributions in other categories. Expect Morris to open the season as Washington's starting point guard, but he will likely operate as a secondary ballhandler and playmaker behind Beal.
OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Anunoby scores 32, Raptors beat Celtics in overtime 137-134
OG Anunoby scored 32 points and Scottie Barnes added 25 as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Boston Celtics in 137-134 in overtime in MontrealOCTOBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
With Beal back, Wizards hope to rise after missing playoffs
Bradley Beal is back for his 11th season with the Wizards after signing a five-year deal to stay in WashingtonOCTOBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nuggets' Murray ready to rejoin forces with 2-time MVP Jokic
The Denver Nuggets' band of Jamal Murray, two-time MVP Nikola Jokic and Michael Porter Jr. is back togetherOCTOBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fails to score Monday Morris ended with zero points (0-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt), seven assists, two rebounds and one steal in 21 minutes during Monday's preseason win over the Hornets.
Impact Morris delivered a donut in the win, highlighting how volatile his value could be this season. While he is slated to be the starting point guard, he could be the third or fourth option on offense. That would leave assists and steals as his primary sources of value, making him a viable, yet unsexy, late-round target.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Beal believes Wizards can win title after his max deal
Bradley Beal and the Wizards renewed their commitment to each other when he agreed to a five-year deal worth up to $251 million to stay in WashingtonJULY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
For Monte Morris and Will Barton, trade to Wizards represents a homecoming in more ways than one Home is a place. But it's also a feeling. And for Monté Morris and Will Barton, playing in Washington is an opportunity to get in touch with...
JUNE 29, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
AP source: Nuggets and Wizards agree to 4-player swap
A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the Denver Nuggets have agreed to a deal that would send guards Will Barton and Monte Morris to the Washington Wizards for Kentavio...JUNE 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Wizards trade Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Ish Smith; land point guard Monte Morris Morris, 27, is a capable defender on a team-friendly salary who has experience working under Wes Unseld Jr. in Denver. The Wizards also acqu...
JUNE 29, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Traded to Wiz Morris was traded to the Wizards from the Nuggets on Wednesday, along with Will Barton, in exchange for Kenatvious Caldwell-Pope and Ish Smith, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Impact In a deal that pushes Denver under the luxury tax line, the Nuggets will swap a pair of key rotation players to bring in a veteran wing in Caldwell-Pope as well as a backup point guard on a non-guaranteed deal in Smith. A late-second-round pick in 2017, Morris has gradually developed into one of the more reliable backup point guards in the NBA over the last few years. After posting 10.2 points and 3.2 assists per game in 2020-21, Morris moved into a larger role last season with Jamal Murray (knee) unavailable. The Iowa State product started 74 of his 75 appearances, posting career bests in virtually every statistical category, including minutes (29.9), points (12.6) and assists (4.4) per game. Morris is under contract through the 2023-24 season, so the Wizards likely view him as a potential long-term piece alongside Bradley Beal, Kristaps Porzingis, Kyle Kuzma and No. 10 overall pick Johnny Davis. Once camp begins in the fall, Morris may end up competing with Davis for the starting point guard job.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will Barton, Monte Morris available for trade? NBA Central: Will Barton and Monte Morris are believed to be available in trade talks, per @Matt Moore pic.twitter.com/x1FdnlJtPGSource: Twi...
JUNE 9, 2022 • HOOPSHYPE.COM
Nuggets Journal: Offseason of uncomfortable decisions has arrived Welcome to the summer of uncomfortable decisions.
MAY 6, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM
Bones Hyland latest rookie to sparkle, keeps Nuggets alive
Denver Nuggets rookie point guard Bones Hyland is the latest young player to embrace the spotlight during his inaugural postseason appearanceAPRIL 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kiszla: Down goes Draymond! Nuggets guard Monte Morris knocks sassy Green on his rump in Game 4 victory. A funny thing happened on the Nuggets’ way to being swept out of the NBA playoffs. They wrestled the broom from big, bad Golden State, and k...
APRIL 25, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM
Puts up 24 points on 11 shots Morris finished Sunday's 126-121 victory over the Warriors with 24 points (7-11 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds and five assists across 29 minutes.
Impact After three straight unremarkable efforts to begin the playoffs, Morris had easily his best individual game of the series. He was responsible for five of Denver's 15 threes as a team, though he did commit three of the Nuggets' 20 turnovers. Heading into Wednesday's Game 5, expect Morris and Bones Hyland (15 points in 20 minutes) to continue handling most of the minutes at point guard.
APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jokic, Nuggets avoid sweep with Game 4 victory over Warriors
Nikola Jokic scored 37 points and fed Will Barton for a 3-pointer from the left corner with 8.3 seconds left, helping the Denver Nuggets avoid a series sweep with a 126-121 victory...APRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nuggets put bickering aside, trail Warriors 2-0 in series
The bickering Denver Nuggets will try to regain their composure for Game 3 in Denver as they trail the Golden State Warriors 2-0 in the first-round seriesAPRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Curry scores 34 points off bench, Warriors lead Nuggets 2-0
Stephen Curry came off the bench for a second straight game and showed he’s healthy at last, scoring 34 points to lead the Golden State Warriors past the Denver Nuggets 126-106 for...APRIL 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Racks up four steals Saturday Morris logged 10 points (4-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six assists and four steals in 31 minutes during Saturday's 123-107 loss to the Warriors.
Impact Morris was one of four Nuggets players to notch double-digit points, but his primary statistical contribution came on the defensive end. The fifth-year guard led all players with four thefts -- more than he recorded in any regular-season contest this season. Morris' primary role for Denver is as a distributor, and he tied Nikola Jokic for the team lead with six assists in the playoff loss.
APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jokic and the Nuggets visit Golden State to start playoffs
The Golden State Warriors host the Denver Nuggets to open the Western Conference first roundAPRIL 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Reaves, Monk lead Lakers past Nuggets 146-141 in OT
Malik Monk had a career-best 41 points and Austin Reaves set career highs with 31 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 146-141 overtime victory ov...APRIL 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't play Sunday Morris (elbow) is out Sunday against the Lakers, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
Impact Morris was a late addition to Sunday's injury report due to left elbow soreness, and he'll be unable to suit up for the regular-season finale. Bones Hyland, Facundo Campazzo and Austin Rivers should see additional usage Sunday.
APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
