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Pacers Sign Monte Morris for Backcourt Depth Amid Injuries

9/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Indiana Pacers signed Monte Morris to non-guaranteed one-year contract for backcourt depth after Haliburton's injury.
Morris, 30, averaged 5.2 points and 1.6 assists last season; career 9.5/3.6 over 420 games.
Contract includes Exhibit 9 clause to protect Morris financially during training camp.
Training camp begins September 29 as Morris joins Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell in guard rotation amid changes.

History

Historical Context

The NBA introduced the amnesty clause in 2011, allowing teams to waive players without salary cap penalties, reflecting a shift in financial strategies. The Indiana Pacers' recent signing of Monte Morris, who has a non-guaranteed contract with an Exhibit 9 clause, illustrates ongoing adaptations in roster management, ensuring competitive depth while addressing player injuries in an evolving league landscape.

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Story summary

Indiana Pacers signed Monte Morris to non-guaranteed one-year contract for backcourt depth after Haliburton's injury.
Morris, 30, averaged 5.2 points and 1.6 assists last season; career 9.5/3.6 over 420 games.
Contract includes Exhibit 9 clause to protect Morris financially during training camp.
Training camp begins September 29 as Morris joins Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell in guard rotation amid changes.

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