Dejounte Murray: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / April 7

This trade has worked out beautifully for the Atlanta Hawks

The Hawks were stuck between a rock and a hard place last offseason. The Dejounte Murray and Trae Young duo had run its course. There was no salvaging the initial trade when Atlanta sent San Antonio a slew of first-round picks for the All-Star point guard, but we have to give credit where credit is due.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 8

NBA Star Dejounte Murray Reacts to Historic Nikola Jokic Game

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has been having a historic season with the numbers he's been putting up. Currently in a two-horse race between him and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic's triple-double performances make it hard for voters to ignore coming down the stretch.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / February 12

Kings-Pelicans Injury Report: McCollum, Murray Statuses Revealed

Since making some significant moves ahead of last week's trade deadline, the Sacramento Kings have been up-and-down. The Kings lost their first two games with two-time All-Star Zach LaVine in the lineup, but have followed it up with two consecutive wins with new additions Jonas Valanciunas and Jake LaRavia becoming key bench contributors.

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NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / February 8

Kings-Pelicans Injury Report: Jones, Murray Statuses Revealed

The Sacramento Kings and New Orleans Pelicans face off on Saturday after the two teams were heading in very different directions before the trade deadline.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 4

New Blockbuster Three-Team Trade Idea Sends Ingram to ATL, Portland Gets Dejounte Murray, Pelicans Get Capela

It's been widely reported that the Hawks are interested in adding Brandon Ingram in the wake of Jalen Johnson's season-ending injury. Currently riding a eight-game losing streak, they desperately need a spark and adding someone like Ingram to their shaky wing depth could help them right the ship.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 2

Pelicans Make Roster Move After Boston Celtics Game

The New Orleans Pelicans officially announced that starting point guard Dejounte Murray ruptured his right Achilles tendon Friday night against the Boston Celtics.

NBA News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / February 2

Spurs Coach Reacts to Devastating NBA Star Dejounte Murray Injury

Before news of arguably the biggest trade in modern NBA history broke, San Antonio Spurs acting coach Mitch Johnson fielded a question about a former player.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 1

New Orleans Pelicans Make Major Injury Announcement After Celtics Game

The New Orleans Pelicans revealed some grim news after their 118-116 defeat to the Boston Celtics on Friday. An MRI confirmed that starting point guard Dejounte Murray suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Field Level Media / February 1

Pelicans G Dejounte Murray (Achilles tendon) out for season

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray will miss the rest of the season after tearing his right Achilles tendon during Friday's game against the visiting Boston Celtics.

NBA News / FirstSportz / February 1

LeBron James sends prayers after $100 million star Dejounte Murray’s season-ending injury

The New Orleans Pelicans’ season from hell only seems to be getting worse and worse. They have been plagued by a number of injuries to their key stars throughout the season, and their injury troubles only worsened on Friday when their premiere offseason signing, Dejounte Murray, suffered a season-ending injury.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 1

LeBron James’ heartfelt message to Dejounte Murray after Achilles injury

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray has torn his right Achilles tendon, ending his 2024-25 season, as reported by NBA insider Chris Haynes. During Friday night’s game against the Boston Celtics, Murray collapsed after a severe non-contact injury to his right leg.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / February 1

Pelicans' nightmare season continues with Dejounte Murray's injury

The New Orleans Pelicans traded for Dejounte Murray before the season in hopes he could get their team over the playoff hump. Instead, he's been the unluckiest player in a season full of awful injury luck.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / February 1

Pelicans Expected To Make Trade Following Dejounte Murray Injury

Without a doubt, it’s been a lost NBA season for the New Orleans Pelicans. It’s also a lost one for guard Dejounte Murray, who reportedly suffered a torn Achilles tendon in Friday’s loss to Boston.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Field Level Media / February 1

Reports: Dejounte Murray sustains torn Achilles

Veteran New Orleans guard Dejounte Murray tore his right Achilles tendon during the Pelicans' Friday game against the visiting Boston Celtics and will miss the rest of the season, ESPN and veteran NBA journalist Chris Haynes reported.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / February 1

Pelicans get devastating news on Dejounte Murray

The New Orleans Pelicans’ nightmare season got even worse Friday with the latest news on Dejounte Murray. Murray missed a shot in the first quarter of the Pelicans’ Friday matchup against the Boston Celtics at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / January 31

Pelicans' Dejounte Murray suffers season-ending injury

Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray has torn his right Achilles tendon, ending his 2024-25 season.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24

Is Dejounte Murray playing vs. Grizzlies? Latest Pelicans injury update

The New Orleans Pelicans visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night. Dejounte Murray is on the injury report alongside Yves Missi, with both players listed as probable.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 31

Dejounte Murray's Candid Statement After Pelicans-Clippers

The New Orleans Pelicans lost another close home game, this time to the Los Angeles Clippers 116-113 on Monday night. Monday's loss is the 10th straight for New Orleans, as they have lost all five games on their home stand and will now head on the road.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 2

Dejounte Murray's Brutally Honest Statement After Knicks-Pelicans

On Sunday night, the New Orleans Pelicans were absolutely embarrassed by the New York Knicks. Even though the Pelicans were shorthanded, they only scored 28 points at halftime and trailed by as many as 41 points.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / November 28

Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray On Boos: What Would You Do If You Were Fan Paying Your Money?

Dejounte Murray’s long-awaited return to the New Orleans Pelicans lineup was anything but celebratory. Instead, it became a Thanksgiving Eve nightmare as the Pelicans were embarrassed 119-93 at home by the Toronto Raptors — a team that entered the night winless in 10 road games.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / November 27

Dejounte Murray's Strong Statement After Blowout Loss To Raptors

The New Orleans Pelicans lost an embarrassing game to the Toronto Raptors 119-93 on Wednesday night. New Orleans has now lost their last six games and has the worst record in the Western Conference.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Field Level Media / November 25

Report: Pelicans G Dejounte Murray to return Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray is set to return from a broken hand on Wednesday night against the Toronto Raptors, NBA insider Chris Haynes reported Monday.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / November 25

Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray Eyes Return Against Raptors After Hand Injury

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray has been sidelined since just after opening night with a fractured left hand, a blow that disrupted what many hoped would be a breakout season for him in the Big Easy.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / November 25

Pelicans finally get some good news on injury front

The Pelicans are finally getting some reinforcements.

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NBA News / SportsTalkATL / November 13

Hawks may ultimately win trade for Dejounte Murray

The Atlanta Hawks’ high-profile trade for Dejounte Murray initially seemed promising but ultimately missed the mark. While the prospect of pairing Murray with Trae Young looked dynamic on paper, the fit between two ball-dominant guards was horrific.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / October 25

Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray's injury timeline revealed

The fractured left hand Dejounte Murray suffered in his Pelicans debut Wednesday night will keep him out of action for four to six weeks, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / October 24

Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray Expected To Miss Extended Time With Hand Injury

Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray just started his run in New Orleans and now, it’s being put on hold. That’s because Murray suffered a fractured left hand in Wednesday’s season-opening win over the Bulls, per Shams Charania of ESPN.