Murphy chipped in 25 points (8-16 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's 121-116 loss to the Spurs.
With Brandon Ingram (ankle) sidelined, Murphy slid into the starting lineup and produced his highest-scoring total of the season. It's a spot he may occupy for some time, as Ingram's ankle strain is reportedly serious, adding to the Pelicans' litany of injury absences. Murphy has also been a frequent member of the injury report this season, but his fantasy stock should get a big boost if he can stay healthy.