Dejounte Murray of the New Orleans Pelicans has been diagnosed with a torn Achilles and will miss the rest of the 2024-25 season. The injury occurred on January 31, 2025, and his status is listed as out.
Dejounte Murray has played in 31 games this season, averaging 17.9 points per game, 6.5 rebounds, and 7.6 assists. His shooting percentage from the field is 39.3%, and he makes 1.7 three-pointers per game with a three-point shooting percentage of 29.9%. Over the course of the season, he has had notable streaks, including multiple games with 10 or more points.
Murray also achieved four or more assists in many games, highlighting his role in team dynamics. He finished in the top 5 in assists at his position in 25 of 31 games. This shows that he has been a key contributor in playmaking for the Pelicans during his time on the court.
When Murray has played, the Pelicans have averaged 114.1 points per game, while the team’s production dropped to 102.4 points per game in games he did not play. The team has a record of 9-22 with him in the lineup and 3-15 without him. This statistic showcases the impact of his presence in the lineup on the overall team performance.
