On the top right of Markieff Morris’ locker is a triangular sticker with the letters “F.O.E” inside. The acronym is for “Family over everything,” a saying that hooks into the pulse of what Morris believes.
He won’t menace his twin, Detroit Pistons forward Marcus, when on the floor, making him the lone opponent Markieff is tolerant of during a game. Even when Marcus puts his hand on Markieff’s shoulder in order to jump over him for a game-winning tip-in, they laugh it off.
“That’s my brother,” Markieff said.
He will hold hands with his mother, Thomasine “Angel” Morris when he walks down a Verizon Center hall.