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Just a couple of weeks back, the Nets were faced with a very uncertain future. Kevin Durant looked hellbent on getting out of town and there were rumors ...

The Los Angeles Angels opened a road series with the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday, and because of regulations in place, Ryan Aguilar was given the opportunity to be a part of a 12-run offensive outburst. He's 1-0 with a 2.12 ERA in three starts against the Cubs this season, and allowed only solo homers to Yan Gomes, Nelson Velazquez and five other hits while striking out 20 with three walks over 13 innings in two home 2022 starts during this season series. Winners in just nine of their last 24 games and fighting for a fifth consecutive postseason appearance, the Brewers last won back-to-back home games Aug. Considering how well Eric Lauer has pitched of late -- and against the Chicago Cubs all season -- the Milwaukee Brewers appear in good position to win a much-needed series. He is 5-2 with a 3.78 ERA in 94 career appearances (one start) with the Rockies. Northwestern also finished the 2021 season with a 3-9 record, which included a 56-7 loss to Nebraska in October. Early in his career, it was a dominant defense and offensive depth that helped propel the Seahawks forward. Justin Haley, who was running near the front of the field, was collected in the crash and said it was "pretty unacceptable" that NASCAR allowed the race to continue under the green flag as rain began to fall. A caution flag was thrown for the wreck and it quickly switched to a red flag as rain continued to fall. "I thought I was just having a normal conversation and it went the other way. Kyrie hasn't given any indication that he is going to change his way of doing things and the only reason Durant is sticking around, is because he had no leverage with 4 years left on his contract. This was, of course, going on side by side with the entire Kyrie Irving situation, but things finally settled down a bit earlier this week, with

The Nets will have been at the heart of all the big talk this summer, with soap operas Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. The first asked for his exchange direction ...

The Nets will have been at the heart of all the big talk this summer, with soap operas Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. The workforce is built for, there will be no excuse next season, neither for him nor for Steve Nash, who will obviously be scrutinized after KD’s request to have him fired. It’s obvious after such a tumultuous summer, but the relationship between Kevin Durant and his teammates could be damaged by his trade request.

The Knicks had high hopes of luring Kevin Durant to New York in 2019 when the two-time NBA champion decided to leave Golden State.

According to NBA insider Shams Charania, the Knicks called Brooklyn regarding potential Durant trade, but both sides were aware of the fact that New York did not have enough assets to make the deal happen. “The Knicks did make calls on Kevin Durant, from what I’m told. Despite a failed attempt to get KD as a free agent, the Knicks were among the teams that made calls to the Nets this offseason to check the possibilities of making a trade for the 33-year-old superstar.

The College Park Skyhawks announced two trades on Thursday. The team acquired the returning player rights to Giorgi Bezhanishvili, Nik Stauskas, and a 2022 ...

7 overall by the Golden State Warriors in 2021, made his international debut for DR Congo.](https://bluemanhoop.com/2022/08/27/golden-state-warriors-jonathan-kuminga-makes-congo-debut/)Competing in his first-ever World Cup, Kuminga scored 18 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, dished 1 assist and recorded 1 steal and block. [Dario Saric with 13 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists and a a steal in 19 minutes in pre-qualifiers.](https://hoopshype.com/social/)Next up is EuroBasket 2022 on Friday. [Kristaps Porzingis scored 29 points, including four key ones during crunch time, and grabbed 14 rebounds as Latvia beat Great Britain 87 – 80 on the road](https://www.eurohoops.net/en/fibawc/1382216/kristaps-porzingis-on-fire-latvia-closer-to-world-cup/)to improve to 6-1 in Group I of the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers. [The Memphis Hustle have completed a trade with the @TexasLegends, acquiring the returning player rights to Dakota Mathias](http://twitter.com/MemphisHustle/status/1563217282444120066)and a 2022 1st-round pick (from SCW via CCG) in the 2022 NBA G League Draft. [Chris Silva to Atlanta](https://hoopshype.com/rumor/chris-silva-to-atlanta/) [The Atlanta Hawks signed forward Chris Silva,](https://www.nba.com/hawks/news/atlanta-hawks-sign-chris-silva)the team announced today. [Nets sign Yuta Watanabe](https://hoopshype.com/rumor/nets-sign-yuta-watanabe/)

Shams Charania revealed that till the last second, the New York Knicks were monitoring the Kevin Durant trade and made several calls to the Brooklyn Nets.

Moreover, the one that would haunt them the most is that they could have had Kevin Durant and [Kyrie Irving](https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/kyrie-irving/) back in 2019, but the two decided to play in Brooklyn. The franchise has been paired with players like Dame Lillard, It was rumored that the Nets were interested in what the It appears that the Knicks were never the favorites in contention for the star. This was the potential reason why many other suitors in the NBA, who would usually jump at the chance of signing a free-agent KD, never seriously made an offer, and trade talks never proceeded. Kevin Durant was reportedly set to land up in destinations like Toronto, Milwaukee, or Pheonix.

There have been reports that the Brooklyn Nets are interested in Donovan Mitchell and might have to trade Ben Simmons to complete the deal.

The Nets have a better chance of making a deep run in the playoffs with Simmons. The Nets have failed to get past the Eastern Conference semifinals in their last two attempts. The Nets have shown interest in several players but only in exchange for Durant. Mitchell's addition would undoubtedly bring more scoring to the Nets team. And the only way it makes sense is if Ben Simmons winds up in Utah." He is the fit.

At this point, everyone remotely associated with New York Knicks basketball knows that the team is inching closer toward a fateful 2022-23 season.

After dealing away James Harden prior to the postseason and continuing to try and balance the Durant/Kyrie Irving-led remaining core, Brooklyn was seeded seventh in the Eastern Conference playoff bracket, where they were swept by the Boston Celtics in four games. "The Knicks did make calls on Kevin Durant from what I’m told," Charania said. Durant has since rescinded the request, committing to the Nets for the upcoming 2022-23 season last week.

With Kevin Durant now back with the Brooklyn Nets, the team is looking to fill the roster with players who can help contend for a title.

Philadelphia could have a similar mindset after losing in the conference semifinals for the fourth time in five years. Tucker in free agency, but there could be room for another strong defender on the roster. The squad was swept in the first round last year after earning the No.

Morris is a Philadelphia native, and the Sixers are still looking to add additional frontcourt depth behind Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris. As it stands now, ...

Kevin Durant has withdrawn his trade request, which has the Nets considering adding veterans to their bench. Tucker and Georges Niang project to be the primary backups in the frontcourt. Morris is a Philadelphia native, and the Sixers are still looking to add additional frontcourt depth behind Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris.

The breaking news of this week is the fact that Kevin Durant has decided to move forward with the Brooklyn Nets. There has been a surprising change of ...

As long as Simmons is healthy and available to play, the Nets are in the mix for the NBA title and have five major factors that can boost the team for the 2023 NBA championship. Durant is fully aware he is in the argument for being the best player in the world, and he could be out to prove to all the doubters that he can win as the undisputed leader of the squad. Curry is a massive factor when it comes to spacing the floor, and he is an upgrade over anyone the Nets had as a shooter over the past few years. Not to mention, Simmons is a far greater defensive player than Harden and complements Durant and Irving perfectly in that sense. Seth Curry is also an elite shooter and adds a shooter that the Nets never had previously. Kevin Durant can play with any player in any era, Simmons can play primary point guard and also occupy the forward spot, and Kyrie can be the designated hitter when needed. Kyrie is the best ball-handler in the NBA right now, and having a season under his belt with his new teammates will do him wonders on and off the floor. A healthy and motivated Kyrie Irving is scary, and he will be back. Brooklyn has the most talented Big Three in NBA history, so it is only reasonable that the Nets win the title. It has been historically proven that the best player in the world has a massive impact on a team’s title chances, as seen by the likes of Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Giannis Antetokounmpo, among others. The superstar forward averaged a career-high in APG and was as special as always in scoring by posting 29.9 PPG on 51.8% shooting from the field and 38.3% from three. With Durant on the squad, the Nets will always have a chance to win the championship.

The Philadelphia 76ers made key moves this offseason to improve the roster around Joel Embiid. There could be more to come, though, as the Sixers could ...

The roster they have in place is strong regardless of how they change it around the edges before the season. It would be a curious decision, though, as the Sixers chose other options over Morris earlier in free agency and already have a ton of forwards and veterans. There could be more to come, though, as the Sixers could bolster their bench by signing Markieff Morris.

The Brooklyn Nets were able to bring back their stars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving and now look to finalize their roster for next season and Markieff ...

The forward has spent 11 years in the league and has been on playoff teams in each of the last six years, including his championship-winning 2020 season with the Lakers. If healthy, Morris could be a steady contributor to the Nets or Sixers rotation. Morris was a serviceable big man off of the Heat bench last season, averaging 7.6 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game in 17 appearances for the Heat. Brooklyn, in particular, has a need for a veteran who can command the respect of mercurial stars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Brooklyn was first linked to Morris last week shortly after the Durant news came down, and in his August 28 column NBA Insider Marc Stein named the Nets the ‘most serious’ team in pursuit of the Heat star. They are known to want to add a big man and have been linked to

According to Brian Lewis of The New York Post, the Brooklyn Nets have signed Yuta Watanabe. He has also played for the Toronto Raptors and Memphis ...

[UPDATE: The Brooklyn Nets Twitter account has also confirmed the news. The 6-foot-8, 214-pounder from Yokohama, Japan has played 121 games (eight starts) in four [#NBA](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NBA?src=hashtag_click) seasons with the Memphis [#Grizzlies](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Grizzlies?src=hashtag_click) (2018-20) and Toronto [#Raptors](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Raptors?src=hashtag_click) (2020-22)." [#Nets](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Nets?src=hashtag_click) have signed free agent forward Yuta Watanabe.

Watanabe, 6'8″, has played in 121 NBA games across four seasons with the Grizzlies and Raptors. He appeared in 38 contests with Toronto last season, averaging ...

With Durant and the team recently agreeing to [move forward with their partnership](https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2022/08/kevin-durant-nets-agree-to-move-forward-with-partnership.html), the club is now focused on competing for a championship. [Yuta Watanabe](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/watanyu01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-), the team announced in a press release. [Retweet](http://twitter.com/share?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hoopsrumors.com%2F2022%2F08%2Fnets-sign-yuta-watanabe.html&text=Nets+Sign+Yuta+Watanabe)2 [Share](#)0 [Send via email](#)0 [Alondes Williams](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/willial06.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-)), while only one Exhibit 10 agreement has been reported ( [Donovan Williams](https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/donovan-williams-3.html)). He appeared in 38 contests with Toronto last season, averaging 4.3 points and 2.4 rebounds in 11.7 minutes per outing. Watanabe, a 6’8″ forward, has played in 121 NBA games across four seasons with the Grizzlies and Raptors.

The Nets like Donovan Mitchell, but their interest in him is not deep enough to get them fully engaged in trade talks with the Jazz.

Whether the Nets will involve themselves or not remains to be seen. However, “some members of the Nets organization like where the roster is at the moment and don’t feel a sense or urgency to pursue Mitchell.” Mitchell has been linked with several teams this offseason, primarily with the New York Knicks and Miami Heat.

The Brooklyn Nets announced that they have agreed to terms with former Toronto Raptors wing and fan-favorite Yuta Watanabe.

On such a star-studded Nets roster, there is a chance that Watanabe will once again be relegated to spot duty at the end of decided games. Watanabe didn’t have the longest Raptors career, but he made himself a much-beloved figure. After struggling early on, Watanabe managed to correct his 3-point shot and connect on 37% of his attempts from deep. He was one of the few bright spots from the Tampa season. Just a few years ago, Watanabe was trying to latch on long-term with the [Memphis Grizzlies.](https://bealestreetbears.com/) Since then, he’s proven he can stick in the NBA by exhibiting a solid blend of improved offensive skills and defensive hustle. Considering how Watanabe was

Mar 31, 2018; San Antonio, TX, USA; Former basketball player Steve Nash speaks during the NBA Hall of Fame press conference at the Alamodome.

He has been widely praised for his maximum effort and high basketball IQ, particularly on the defensive end. Watanabe has terrific length on the wing at 6-foot-9 and hits the occasional three-ball too. Watanabe fits that billing (

The Nets have signed free agent forward Yuta Watanabe, the team announced Sunday. Watanabe was given a standard, one-year, non-guaranteed NBA contract. per ...

Watanabe played for the Nets in Summer League after going undrafted out of George Washington in 2018. After the Summer League stint, Watanabe signed a two-way contract with Memphis. In his two stops, he’s recorded averages of 3.8 points (40.9 percent shooting from the field, 35.2 percent from 3-point range, and 66.7 percent shooting from the free-throw line) to pair with 2.5 rebounds in 12.0 minutes per game. Last season, the Nets secured defensive boards at a 70.4 percent rate, the worst in NBA. Last year, he averaged 4.3 points on 40/34/60 shooting splits in 11.7 minutes over 38 games, four of them starts. per league sources, The Nets now have 12 players signed to guaranteed contracts, two signed to non-guaranteed deals and one on a two-way contract.

Watanabe signed a one-year contract with the Nets on Sunday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. Watanabe spent the last two seasons with the Raptors ...

Depth forward Yuta Watanabe has signed with the Brooklyn Nets after two seasons with the Toronto Raptors.

The Yokohama, Japan, native has appeared in 121 NBA games over parts of four seasons with the Raptors and Memphis Grizzlies. Watanabe, 27, appeared in 38 games for the Raptors last season, making four starts. [Yuta Watanabe](/basketball/nba/players/yuta-watanabe/846639) has signed with the Brooklyn Nets after two seasons with the [Toronto Raptors](/basketball/nba/teams/toronto-raptors/).

The Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers are rounding out their rosters, and both reportedly are interested in signing Markieff Morris.

Tucker](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/29214/pj-tucker) likely starts at the four, with some combination of [Tobias Harris](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/29700/tobias-harris), [Georges Niang](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/30345/georges-niang) and [Paul Reed](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/58325/paul-reed) getting minutes at the position. Morris makes quick decisions and keeps the ball moving. Word is he was not afraid, in his time as a Laker, to speak his mind in a locker room that housed James and [Anthony Davis]. Brooklyn, in particular, has a need for a veteran who can command the respect of mercurial stars Morris never really found his role upon his return. [Ben Simmons](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/30296/ben-simmons) or Kevin Durant or someone else — it’s hard to define roles in Brooklyn until we see them play together).

The Nets signed free-agent forward Yuta Watanabe on Sunday, filling one of what had been an NBA-high six open roster spots.

The first Asian player inked by the Nets since Joe Tsai took over in 2019, Watanabe has played for the Japanese National Team, leading it in scoring in the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup. — a restricted free agent — has turned down their two-way offer](https://nypost.com/2022/07/18/david-duke-jr-fighting-for-nets-roster-spot-after-strong-summer-league/) in hopes of landing a standard deal. He’s averaged 3.8 points and 2.5 rebounds over 12.0 minutes for his career, and 4.3 points with 2.4 boards last season for the Raptors.

With the Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving sagas sorted out, the Nets are beginning to round out their roster ahead of the 2022-23 season.

He recorded his first two career double-doubles, one of which came in his best game as an NBA player. Watanabe averaged just 4.4 points and 3.2 rebounds over 14.5 minutes per game that season, but he had a few breakout performances, scoring double figures seven times, including a then-career-high 21 points against the Magic. The 6-foot-9 wing proved his ability as a versatile defender, active cutter and solid 3-point shooter, bringing a well-rounded skillset that any team could use on its roster.

The Brooklyn Nets have reportedly signed former Toronto Raptors small forward Yuta Watanabe as a free agent.

Prior to his stint in Toronto, the Japanese national played the first two years with the Memphis Grizzlies. The Nets may have failed in their pursuit of Scottie Barnes, but the fact of the matter is that they still have KD on their roster. Kyrie Irving is still in Brooklyn as well, and the team is now building around their core following a truly eventful summer.

The Brooklyn Nets have gotten a new lease on life after the announcement that Kevin Durant will return to the team for next season after a protracted trade.

Markieff Morris was a crucial member of the 2020 Laker that won a championship in the bubble. However, reputed NBA insider Marc Stein has reported that the Nets are in advanced discussion to sign former NBA Champion Markieff Morris. KD staying on the team meant that Kyrie Irving will see out the final year of his contract and the Nets make a push towards contention.

Japanese men's Olympic basketball team star Yuta Watanabe has signed with the Brooklyn Nets as a free agent, the NBA team has announced.

Watanabe has played in 121 NBA games, including eight starts, across four seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies and Toronto Raptors. Watanabe went undrafted in the 2018 draft before playing for the Nets in the NBA Summer League that year. The 27-year-old forward made his NBA debut with the Memphis Grizzlies in 2018, becoming just the second Japanese-born player to play in the league.

MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 11: Markieff Morris #8 of the Miami Heat looks on during a preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets on October 11, 2021 at American ...

According to Marc Stein, the two sides have moved into advanced discussions.Update: The Nets have moved into advanced discussions with free agent forward Markieff Morris as Brooklyn seeks to bolster its frontcourt, league sources say.My earlier around-the-league notes column: https://t.co/t5akSYVuKz— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) August 29, 2022Last season former NBA champion averaged 7.6 points, 2.6 rebonds and 1.4 assists in 17.5 minutes over 17 games for the Heat.RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHORInsider: Kyrie Irving ‘focused’ on personal workouts in hopes of making a 2022-23 MVP-type of season with NetsEddie House says KD wanting Steve Nash fired isn’t a unique situation in the NBAKnicks, Heat, Nets preferred destinations by Donovan Mitchell once gets traded by Jazz — reportStephen A. Home Daily Gossip Nets in advanced talks with Markieff Morris – reportDaily GossipNBANets in advanced talks with Markieff Morris – reportByTalkBasket.net-Aug 29, 2022 7:59 AMFacebookTwitterReddItEmailMIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 11: Markieff Morris #8 of the Miami Heat looks on during a preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets on October 11, 2021 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)As it was reported previously, the Nets and free agent Markieff Morris have mutual interest in joining forces for next season.It looks likely that the deal will be made.

Four days after NetsDaily reported "mutual interest" between the Nets and free agent Markieff Morris, the two sides have "moved into advanced discussions," ...

In 17.5 minutes per game, the Philadelphia native averaged 7.6 points on 47/33/89 shooting splits and 2.6 rebounds. Morris, a 32-year-old 6’8” power forward, is an unrestricted free agent and the Nets currently have two openings on their 15-man roster. Overall, the Nets have six openings on their 20-man training camp roster. With the Kevin Durant trade request rescinded and the Nets not need to keep roster spots open, Brooklyn is expected to move soon on signings. [reported](https://marcstein.substack.com/p/nba-notes-on-a-sunday-as-it-should-635) the Nets and [76ers](https://www.libertyballers.com) both had interest in the Philadelphia native. For his career, Morris has averaged 10.9 points on 44/35/78 splits.

In his last full season, Morris averaged 6.7 PPG and 4.4 RPG in 61 games (19.7 MPG) for the Lakers in 2020/21. He's known for his toughness and defensive ...

[Retweet](http://twitter.com/share?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hoopsrumors.com%2F2022%2F08%2Fmarkieff-morris-nets-in-advanced-discussions.html&text=Markieff+Morris%2C+Nets+In+Advanced+Discussions)4 [Share](#)0 [Send via email](#)0 Morris’ last couple contracts have been minimum-salary deals and he seems unlikely to earn a raise after losing most of the 2021/22 season to an injury. [Edmond Sumner](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/s/sumneed01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) on a partially guaranteed deal and [Yuta Watanabe](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/watanyu01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) on a non-guaranteed pact. [last week](https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2022/08/nets-eyeing-markieff-morris-tristan-thompson.html), with a [subsequent report](https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2022/08/steins-latest-morris-hornets-mitchell-lakers.html) from Stein indicating that the division rival Sixers also had an eye on the veteran forward. [Markieff Morris](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/m/morrima02.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-), according to veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein ( [Twitter link](https://twitter.com/TheSteinLine/status/1564099821782319104)). He’s known for his toughness and defensive versatility, and can also stretch the floor a little on offense — he has posted a .341 career 3PT%.

Morris averaged 7.6 points on 47.4% shooting with the Miami Heat in 2021-22. However, he made just 17 appearances after suffering a neck injury during an on- ...

He shot 42% from beyond the arc over 21 postseason contests. Report: Nets in 'advanced discussions' with Markieff Morris The Nets are in "advanced discussions" with veteran forward Markieff Morris, sources told NBA insider

With the Kevin Durant drama behind them, the Nets are continuing to build out their roster for the fall and that could include veteran power forward ...

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With Chet Holmgren out for the season, could the Thunder look to acquire Day'Ron Sharpe from the Nets?

It’s unclear if the Nets would even be willing to deal Sharpe, but perhaps the Thunder could find a way. You can also [meet the team](https://www.si.com/nba/thunder/news/si-thunder-meet-the-team) behind the coverage. If so, Day’Ron Sharpe of the Brooklyn Nets could make sense.

On Sunday, the Nets signed free agent Yuta Watanabe to a non-guaranteed standard contract, leaving them five open roster spots, only one a standard deal. And ...

The news was reported by European outlet Sportando and confirmed by the Post. had rejected the Nets’ offer of a two-way contract in hopes of getting a standard deal, but Watanabe got one and now Morris could be on track to get the last one. He’s averaged 10.9 points and 5.2 rebounds over his dozen-year NBA career, including 7.6 points and 2.6 boards in 17.5 minutes with the Heat last season, when he was limited to 17 games due to injury. The 32-year-old has been a power forward his whole career, but might be tried filling in as a backup smallball five. Morris hasn’t been signed yet, but if he is it would fill Brooklyn’s allotment of standard deals. On Sunday, the Nets signed free agent Yuta Watanabe to a non-guaranteed standard contract, leaving them five open roster spots, only one a standard deal.

Marc Stein: Update: The Nets have moved into advanced discussions with free agent forward Markieff Morris as Brooklyn seeks to bolster its frontcourt, ...

My earlier around-the-league notes column: marcstein.substack.com/p/nba-notes-on… [Twitter](http://twitter.com/CMilholenSB/status/1562456366681190400)/ August 24, 2022 [Nets have moved into advanced discussions with free agent forward Markieff Morris as Brooklyn seeks to bolster its frontcourt,](https://hoopshype.com/social/)league sources say. [Brian Lewis](https://twitter.com/NYPost_Lewis)@ [NYPost_Lewis](https://twitter.com/NYPost_Lewis) [#Nets](https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Nets)moving closer to signing Markieff Morris [nypost.com/2022/08/29/net…](https://t.co/V6Gkst9EEP)via [@nypostsports](https://twitter.com/nypostsports)– [12:55 PM](https://twitter.com/NYPost_Lewis/status/1564295650472333313) [Marc Stein](https://twitter.com/TheSteinLine)@ [TheSteinLine](https://twitter.com/TheSteinLine) Update: The Nets have moved into advanced discussions with free agent forward Markieff Morris as Brooklyn seeks to bolster its frontcourt, league sources say. The Sixers have “explored the feasibility” of signing Markieff Morris. My earlier around-the-league notes column: