Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Marcus Morris Sr.

Discover the career path of Marcus Morris Sr., from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Marcus Morris Sr. is a professional basketball player. He played college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks and was drafted 14th overall by the Houston Rockets in the 2011 NBA draft. Most recently, he played for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA.

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2008: Four-Star Recruit

In 2008, Marcus Morris was considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, listed as the No. 10 power forward and the No. 29 player in the nation.

March 30, 2011: Named to John R. Wooden Award Men's All American team

On March 30, 2011, Marcus Morris was named to the ten-member John R. Wooden Award Men's All American team. He and his brother subsequently signed with a sports agent and announced their intention to enter the 2011 NBA draft.

2011: Selected in the NBA draft

In 2011, Marcus Morris Sr. was selected 14th overall by the Houston Rockets in the NBA draft.

January 2, 2012: Assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers

On January 2, 2012, Marcus Morris was assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the NBA Development League by the Houston Rockets.

January 6, 2012: First D-League Game

On January 6, 2012, in his first game in the D-League, Marcus Morris recorded 33 points and 16 rebounds in a loss to the Dakota Wizards.

2012: Named Opening Day Starter

In 2012, Marcus Morris was named the opening day starter at power forward for the Houston Rockets due to an injury to Patrick Patterson. His three-point shooting also improved significantly during this season.

February 21, 2013: Traded to Phoenix Suns

On February 21, 2013, Marcus Morris was traded to the Phoenix Suns, reuniting him with his brother Markieff.

March 1, 2013: Helped the Suns Defeat the Atlanta Hawks

On March 1, 2013, Marcus Morris scored 16 points in a 92-87 victory over the Atlanta Hawks

March 9, 2013: Started alongside Markieff

On March 9, 2013, Marcus Morris started alongside his twin brother Markieff for the Phoenix Suns against the Houston Rockets, marking the first time twins started for the same NBA team.

September 29, 2014: Signed Contract Extension with the Suns

On September 29, 2014, Marcus Morris signed a multi-year contract extension with the Phoenix Suns.

October 29, 2014: Recorded 21 points against the Los Angeles Lakers

On October 29, 2014, Marcus Morris recorded 21 points in the Phoenix Suns' 119-99 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

February 6, 2015: Recorded First Career Double-Double

On February 6, 2015, Marcus Morris recorded his first career double-double with 34 points and 12 rebounds in a 100–93 victory over the Utah Jazz.

July 9, 2015: Traded to the Detroit Pistons

On July 9, 2015, Marcus Morris was traded to the Detroit Pistons along with Reggie Bullock and Danny Granger.

October 27, 2015: Debut with the Pistons

On October 27, 2015, Marcus Morris debuted for the Detroit Pistons, recording 18 points and 10 rebounds in a victory against the Atlanta Hawks.

April 1, 2016: Scored season-high 31 points.

On April 1, 2016, Marcus Morris scored a season-high 31 points in a loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

February 3, 2017: Scored a career-high 36 points.

On February 3, 2017, Marcus Morris scored a career-high 36 points in a 116-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

July 7, 2017: Traded to the Boston Celtics

On July 7, 2017, Marcus Morris was traded to the Boston Celtics.

March 31, 2018: Scored 25 points against the Toronto Raptors

On March 31, 2018, Marcus Morris scored 25 points in a 110-99 victory over the Toronto Raptors. This marked his fourth consecutive game with at least 20 points, setting a new career high.

July 16, 2019: Signed with the New York Knicks

On July 16, 2019, Marcus Morris signed with the New York Knicks.

January 5, 2020: Scored Career-High 38 Points

On January 5, 2020, Marcus Morris scored a career-high 38 points in a loss against the Los Angeles Clippers while playing for the New York Knicks.

February 6, 2020: Traded to the Los Angeles Clippers

On February 6, 2020, Marcus Morris was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in a three-team trade.

February 9, 2020: Debut for the Clippers

On February 9, 2020, Marcus Morris debuted for the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring 10 points in a victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

November 25, 2020: Re-signed with the Clippers

On November 25, 2020, Marcus Morris re-signed with the Los Angeles Clippers on a 4-year, $64 million contract.

November 1, 2023: Traded to the Philadelphia 76ers

On November 1, 2023, Marcus Morris was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers as part of a deal that sent James Harden to the Clippers.

January 11, 2024: Awarded Key to the City of Philadelphia

On January 11, 2024, Marcus Morris was awarded the key to the City of Philadelphia for his contributions on and off the court, including his work with the Family Over Everything Foundation.