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The New Orleans Pelicans and their star guard Dejounte Murray are reportedly considering parting ways.
According to NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, the Pelicans have been working to create a market for the 29-year-old guard with the trade deadline approaching next week.
"While the Pelicans have been receptive to trade calls, they have remained firm on their high asking prices for both Murphy and Herb Jones — multiple first-round picks and young talents with potential. Instead of attempting to trade either wing, the Pelicans have been focused on creating a market for Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray," Siegel reports.
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"It is believed that Klutch Sports and Murray would like a change of scenery, especially with the veteran guard finding himself in a crowded backcourt upon returning from his Achilles injury," he adds.
"As for what the Pelicans are looking for in general, league sources have indicated that New Orleans is trying to obtain a first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, something they may not be able to secure until the offseason," Siegel notes.
Murray was acquired by the Pelicans from the Atlanta Hawks before the 2024-25 season but was limited to just 30 games last year after suffering a ruptured right Achilles tendon and has yet to play this season.
Last season, he averaged 17.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 7.4 assists, and 2 steals in around 32 minutes per game.