History of Monté Morris in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 7, 2025

Monté Morris is an American professional basketball player, known for his time in the NBA, most recently with the Phoenix Suns. He honed his skills playing college basketball for the Iowa State Cyclones, where he gained recognition for his abilities. His career highlights include demonstrating skill and performance in professional basketball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

June 27, 1995: Monté Morris Born

On June 27, 1995, Monté Robert Morris was born. He is now a professional basketball player in the NBA.

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2012: Flint Beecher wins Class C Michigan state title

In 2012, Monté Morris led Flint Beecher to win the Class C Michigan state title.

2013: Flint Beecher wins Class C Michigan state title again

In 2013, Monté Morris led Flint Beecher to win the Class C Michigan state title for the second year in a row. In the same year he won Michigan's Mr. Basketball award.

February 1, 2014: Monté Morris Becomes a Starter

On February 1, 2014, Monté Morris became a starter against the Oklahoma Sooners and remained in the starting lineup from then on.

February 1, 2016: Named Finalist for Bob Cousy Award

On February 1, 2016, Monté Morris was named one of the 10 finalists for the Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year Award.

November 2, 2016: Named to Preseason All-American Team

On November 2, 2016, Monté Morris was named to the Associated Press preseason All-American team.

October 23, 2017: Assigned to Rio Grande Valley Vipers

On October 23, 2017, Monté Morris was assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the NBA G League.

December 12, 2017: NBA Debut

On December 12, 2017, Monté Morris made his NBA debut against the Detroit Pistons, recording an assist in three minutes of play.

2017: Iowa State makes NCAA tournament

In 2017, Monté Morris led Iowa State to a 5th seed in the NCAA tournament, advancing to the second round before losing to Purdue.

December 29, 2020: Career-High Scoring Game

On December 29, 2020, Monté Morris scored a career-high 24 points in a loss to the Sacramento Kings.

March 20, 2021: Committed to play for the Nigerian national team

On March 20, 2021, Monté Morris committed to play for the Nigerian national team as a naturalized player.

February 16, 2022: Game-Winning Shot Against Warriors

On February 16, 2022, Monté Morris scored 13 points, including a game-winning three-point shot at the buzzer, in a victory over the Golden State Warriors.

July 6, 2022: Traded to the Washington Wizards

On July 6, 2022, Monté Morris was traded to the Washington Wizards along with Will Barton, in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Ish Smith. He debuted for the Wizards on October 19.