Markieff Morris (right hand, back tightness) questionable for Thursday

Markieff Morris
PF, Detroit Pistons

Markieff Morris (right hand contusion, back tightness) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Hawks.

Morris was able to play through the injury on Wednesday night but only logged 23 minutes, so expect something similar in this one. That makes him a weak fantasy play, but he does seem to have the starting job all wrapped up. Thon Maker and Christian Wood played 16 and four minutes, respectively, behind Morris.

Source: NBA Injury Report

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October 24, 2019, 1:44 pm

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