The Phoenix Suns announced Thursday that they have suspended forward Markieff Morris for two games after he tossed a towel at Coach Jeff Hornacek.
Suns officials said Morris exhibited conduct that was detrimental to the team. He will not be allowed to play in the Dec. 26 game versus Philadelphia 76ers or in the Dec. 28 game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
#Suns Markieff Morris suspended two games for tossing towel at Coach Hornacek. Thinking he should be traded before that suspension's up.
— Jason Snavely (@JasonSnavely) December 24, 2015
A temperamental Morris threw a towel at Hornacek during Wednesday night’s game against the Denver Nuggets in Phoenix. The Nuggets beat the Suns 104-96.
Morris took to Twitter to offer an apology for the incident.
My frustration got the best of me last night. It won't happen again. I apologize to Jeff. My teammates told me I hit coach with the towel.
— Keef Morris (@Keefmorris) December 24, 2015
In no way was that towel intended for him. I just want to help my team win so much. That's my focus moving forward. #Foe
— Keef Morris (@Keefmorris) December 24, 2015
