Dejounte Murray of the New Orleans Pelicans is dealing with an elbow injury. However, he is expected to take the court for the Pelicans in their upcoming game against the Dallas Mavericks on January 15, 2025. This update comes as a relief for the team as they prepare for their home game at the Smoothie King Center.
What It Means
Murray has been a consistent contributor for the Pelicans this season, averaging 16.7 points per game, which ranks him fourth on his team and 35th among shooting guards in the league. He also leads his team in assists with an average of 7.6 per game, placing him seventh at his position league-wide. In games where Murray has played, the Pelicans have averaged 111.5 points per game compared to just 103 points when he has been out. His presence on the court will be crucial as they face off against Dallas.
