Dejounte Murray led the New Orleans Pelicans to a win against the Utah Jazz on Monday, scoring 26 points and achieving a double-double. Murray also grabbed 9 rebounds and dished out 11 assists in his 44 minutes on the court. The Pelicans secured a close victory with a score of 123-119.
What It Means
Murray’s performance against the Jazz marked his first game this season with over 10 assists, leading both teams in that category. This game is part of a recent stretch where he has been playing well, exceeding projections in multiple areas. For the season, Murray is averaging 16.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game. He ranks seventh among shooting guards in assists per game this year. Additionally, he has finished inside the top five at his position for fantasy points in over half of his games.
