Dejounte Murray Requests Pelicans Trade on $32.8 Million Deal as Team Weighs Options
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Updated · Fox News · Nov 14
Dejounte Murray Requests Pelicans Trade on $32.8 Million Deal as Team Weighs Options
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Nov 14
Summary
Klutch Sports told New Orleans on Friday that Dejounte Murray wants out, and the Pelicans said they will evaluate trade opportunities in the organization’s best interest.
Murray’s request follows a visibly strained relationship with the team, including deleted social media posts alleging "sabotage" after criticism tied to the Pelicans’ record without him.
Jamahl Mosley said Murray was not at Smoothie King Center for Friday’s game against Memphis, with the 30-year-old guard ruled out by a left ankle sprain during a four-game skid.
New Orleans paid two first-round picks to acquire Murray in 2024, but injuries limited him to 54 games over three seasons; he averaged 16.6 points and is owed $32.8 million this season.