Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Listed questionable for Friday
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Murphy (back, ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Wizards.
In addition to back spasms, Murphy is also dealing with a minor right ankle sprain. Murphy was unable to play Wednesday against the Hawks, so the Pelicans leaned heavily on Jordan Poole, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Murphy (back) is out for Wednesday's game in Atlanta.
Jose Alvarado (oblique) and Herbert Jones (ankle) will join Murphy on the inactive list for Wednesday's game, which will open up a ton of opportunity for Jordan Poole. Jeremiah Fears could also see a larger role on offense. Murphy's next chance to play will come Friday versus the Wizards, and for now, he should be considered questionable for that one.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Questionable for Wednesday
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Murphy is questionable to play Wednesday in Atlanta due to low back spasms.
Murphy's status likely won't be revealed until he's able to get through his pregame routine, so he'll likely be a game-time call Wednesday evening. If he's not able to give it a go, that would open up some more opportunities for Jordan Poole and Jeremiah Fears.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Well-rounded performance in loss
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Murphy amassed 27 points (10-19 FG, 7-15 3Pt), eight rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's 125-106 loss to Miami.
Murphy missed Friday's loss to Portland due to back soreness but shed his questionable tag to suit up Sunday. The 25-year-old swingman knocked down a season-high seven triples en route to a team-best 27 points, securing his 20th game with 20-plus points through 34 regular-season appearances. He also chipped in a team-high eight rebounds, grabbing more than six boards for the first time since Dec. 14.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Available to play
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Murphy (back) will be available for Sunday's game in Miami.
Murphy is back after a one-game absence, which will likely result in Jordan Poole or Bryce McGowens returning to the second unit. Since Murphy only missed one game, he shouldn't be operating with any minutes restrictions, so make sure you've got him active.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Questionable against Miami
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Murphy (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Miami.
Murphy missed New Orleans' most recent game due to back soreness, and his availability for Sunday is up in the air. The Pelicans are already set to be shorthanded at the wing, as Herbert Jones (ankle) and Saddiq Bey (hip) have been ruled out.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Ruled out vs. Portland
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Murphy (back) won't play in Friday's game against the Trail Blazers, Mark Haynes of The Sacramento Observer reports.
After being a late addition to the injury report, Murphy is unable to go for the Pelicans on Friday. The star forward's next chance to return from a back injury comes Sunday in Miami. Micah Peavy appears to be a prime candidate to replace Murphy in the starting lineup Friday, making him worth streaming in most fantasy leagues.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Leads first unit with 19 points
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Murphy produced 19 points (8-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, three assists and four steals over 36 minutes during Friday's 115-108 loss to the Suns.
Murphy led an uninspired effort by the Pelicans' first unit, as he was the only starter to post a double-digit scoring total. The Pelicans stayed afloat thanks to great bench performances from Jordan Poole, Zion Williamson and Jose Alvarado. Even Murphy's total was below expectations, as he logged his second consecutive total below 20 points.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Scores 17 points in win
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Murphy supplied 17 points (5-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds and four assists across 33 minutes during Saturday's 128-109 victory over the Pacers.
Murphy delivered a solid stat line in this win -- even if that meant not reaching the 20-point mark for the first time since Nov. 26 in a loss to the Grizzlies. Murphy should remain one of the Pelicans' go-to options on offense as long as he stays healthy.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Double-doubles in win
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Murphy amassed 20 points (8-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists over 34 minutes during Sunday's 114-104 win over the Bulls.
This was Murphy's fourth double-double of the season, and his third straight game with just one turnover. Murphy has been on a tear over the past six games, posting averages of 25.5 points, 7.7 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.8 triples, 1.5 steals and 1.7 turnovers, which has been good enough for top-15 value in 9-cat leagues. Zion Williamson's (thigh) return didn't impact Murphy's usage Sunday, but that may not be the case moving forward.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Rolls to 32-point night
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Murphy produced 32 points (13-21 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 38 minutes during Monday's 135-132 loss to the Spurs.
Murphy fared well on the offensive end in this one, knocking down 61.9 percent of his attempts from the field while contributing across the board. He's put up 30-plus points in two of his last four appearances, averaging 27.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.5 steals over this stretch. Murphy should continue to see increased usage with Zion Williamson (thigh) sidelined indefinitely.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Nets 21 points with eight dimes
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Murphy contributed 21 points (7-17 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 125-116 loss to Minnesota.
Murphy did an excellent job of putting his playmaking skills on display in this one, notching a new season high in assists while committing only two turnovers. The only knock against him Thursday was the 0-for-5 performance from three-point territory, but the New Orleans marksman should have no trouble bouncing back Saturday with a matchup against one of the worst defensive teams in the league in Brooklyn.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Will play Tuesday
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Murphy (elbow) is available for Tuesday's game against Minnesota, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Murphy is ending a two-game absence with an elbow injury. With Zion Williamson (adductor) iffy for Tuesday, Murphy could have massive usage on his plate. Murphy has averaged 19.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.7 steals per contest in 19 games this season.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Iffy for Tuesday
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Murphy (elbow) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Murphy is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive contest due to a strained right elbow. If the 25-year-old swingman remains on the shelf, Saddiq Bey, Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens are candidates for increased playing time. Over his last five outings, Murphy has averaged 19.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.4 steals across 35.2 minutes per game.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Logs season high in triples in loss
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Murphy supplied 23 points (7-14 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five steals, three assists, two rebounds and one block across 36 minutes in Wednesday's 125-118 loss to the Nuggets.
Murphy knocked down a season-high-tying five triples and finished as New Orleans' second-leading scorer, albeit in a losing effort. The fifth-year swingman continues to provide value on both ends of the floor. He tallied a season-high five steals against Denver and has recorded at least three swipes in three straight games. The 25-year-old has also scored at least 18 points in each of his last seven outings.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Outstanding effort not enough
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Murphy ended Friday's 118-104 loss to the Lakers with 35 points (13-21 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds and one steal across 39 minutes.
Murphy was a problem the Lakers' defense couldn't solve, and he led the Pelicans in scoring by a wide margin in this loss. The fifth-year forward endured a bit of a slow start this season but has been on a tear of late. This was his fourth straight game with 20-plus points, and the second time he reached the 35-point mark in that span. Look for Murphy to remain as the Pelicans' undisputed go-to option on offense, especially with Zion Williamson (hamstring) sidelined and not returning until next week at the earliest.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Stuffs stat sheet Wednesday
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Murphy accumulated 22 points (8-18 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal over 39 minutes during Wednesday's 125-117 loss to the Trail Blazers.
Murphy posted a solid stat line across the board and continues to play at a high level since his 41-point outburst in the loss to the Spurs on Nov. 8. With Zion Williamson (hamstring) out, Murphy has been forced to step up into a bigger scoring role for the Pelicans but has done a good job in that regard. He's reached the 20-point mark in four of his last five outings, averaging 23.2 points, 7.2 boards and 4.0 assists per game in that stretch.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Double-doubles against Phoenix
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Murphy chipped in 21 points (6-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two steals across 33 minutes during Monday's 121-98 loss to the Suns.
Murphy was unable to repeat the 41-point outburst he delivered against the Spurs on Saturday, but he surpassed the 20-point mark for the fourth time this season. There's a strong argument to say Murphy has been the Pelicans' best player this season -- even ahead of Zion Williamson (hamstring) -- and is on a scoring tear with an average of 21.7 points per contest over his last six games while shooting 48.4 percent from the floor in that stretch.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Erupts for season-high 41 points
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Murphy totaled 41 points (15-22 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal over 38 minutes during Saturday's 126-119 loss to the Spurs.
Murphy delivered his best performance of the season, tallying a game-high 41 points, albeit in another loss. Despite a somewhat passive start to the season, Murphy has been easily the best fantasy asset on this Pelicans roster, averaging 17.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 2.9 three-pointers. Until Zion Williamson is cleared to return from a hamstring injury, look for Murphy to continue shouldering the bulk of the offensive load.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Just falls short of double-double
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Murphy recorded 11 points (3-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 101-99 victory over the Mavericks.
After drilling five threes in each of his past three games, Murphy cooled down quite a bit Wednesday. The star forward should see some extra shots fall his way until the Pelicans get Zion Williamson (hamstring) and Jordan Poole (knee) back into the lineup. Murphy has averaged a productive 14.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.3 steals per contest in eight games this season, but he's shooting just 38.3 percent from the floor.
