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Murray Requests Trade from Struggling Pelicans
Guard seeks new opportunity as New Orleans sits at 4-8
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Trade Request
Dejounte Murray has made clear his preference for a trade from the Pelicans. His agent and team officials have begun discussions aimed at reaching a resolution. The guard is prepared to take on a prominent role in competitive games with another club.
Team Struggles
New Orleans holds a 4-8 record to open the season and has dropped four straight contests. That skid includes a 145-111 home loss to the Brooklyn Nets. The Pelicans stand at 3-0 in games without Murray and 1-8 when he has played.
On-Court Numbers and Contract
Acquired last June from the Atlanta Hawks, Murray has averaged 16.6 points, 6.6 assists and 5.9 rebounds with New Orleans while shooting 41.9 percent from the field. This season he is posting 13.4 points per game. He earned All-Star honors in 2022 and carries a 32.8 million dollar salary this year plus a 30.8 million dollar player option for next season.
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