Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III is focusing on Monday in opposition to the Nets for his season debut from a hamstring harm that’s sidelined him since early October, NBA insider Chris B. Haynes reports. We relayed Thursday that Murphy was just lately upgraded on the harm report.
The three-7 Pelicans had been anticipated to be a playoff contender this season, however they’ve handled many accidents of their backcourt and wing place teams. Murphy, Jordan Hawkins, Dejounte Murray, CJ McCollum and Herb Jones are among the many gamers who’ve confronted or are at the moment going through multi-week absences. Zion Williamson has additionally missed time.
They’ve needed to depend on their depth within the early elements of the season with out a few of their key contributors. Two-way waiver declare Brandon Boston Jr. has began three video games, impressing and averaging 12.7 factors on a .508/.391/.875 taking pictures line within the early a part of the season. Jose Alvarado, Javonte Green and Jaylen Nowell have additionally obtained vital enjoying time.
Murphy broke out over the previous two seasons after being the No. 17 general decide in 2021. Since his rookie season, he’s averaged 14.6 factors, taking pictures 39.4% from three on 6.9 makes an attempt per recreation in 136 appearances. He agreed to a four-year, $112M extension earlier than the season.
Having Murphy again ought to assist the Pelicans regain their footing within the Western Convention.
