Trey Murphy III
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6. April 2026
Out with ankle sprain
Murphy (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.
Analyse
The star forward is out for a second consecutive contest due to a right ankle sprain. Jeremiah Fears looks like the prime candidate to replace Murphy in the starting lineup at shooting guard Tuesday.
5. April 2026
Won't play Sunday
Murphy (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Magic.
Analyse
Murphy has been downgraded from questionable to out and will be back on the sidelines Sunday after making two straight appearances following a three-game absence. With Dejounte Murray (hand) also sidelined, Jeremiah Fears should see increased usage in New Orleans' backcourt.
4. April 2026
Questionable versus Magic
Murphy (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against Orlando.
Analyse
Murphy missed three consecutive games because of a sprained right ankle, although he managed to suit up for the Pelicans' last two contests. However, he's back on the injury report for the meeting with Orlando. New Orleans has only four games remaining before the team calls it a season, so it's unknown how much action Murphy will see moving forward. If he doesn't suit up Sunday, Yves Missi will likely re-enter the starting lineup.
4. April 2026
Available Friday
Murphy (ankle) is available for Friday's game in Sacramento.
Analyse
As expected, Murphy will suit up for a second consecutive contest following a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. Over 13 appearances since March 1, the 25-year-old wing has averaged 19.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.6 steals in 35.2 minutes per showing.
3. April 2026
Likely to play Friday
Murphy (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Kings.
Analyse
Murphy just returned from a three-game absence with a right ankle sprain during Thursday's loss to the Trail Blazers, and he is expected to play the second half of this back-to-back set. Over his last five appearances, the star forward has averaged 19.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.4 steals in 37.4 minutes per game.
3. April 2026
Goes for 19 points in return
Murphy recorded 19 points (7-17 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal across 36 minutes during Thursday's 118-106 loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analyse
After missing the prior three games with a right ankle sprain, Murphy rejoined the lineup and delivered solid production. However, his scoring output came on poor efficiency, and Murphy has now converted on 41.5 percent of his field-goal attempts and 31.8 percent of his three-point tries over his last seven games. With Thursday's contest marking the front end of a back-to-back set, Murphy could be a candidate to sit Friday in Sacramento, though the Pelicans have yet to release an injury report for that game.
3. April 2026
Available Thursday
Murphy (ankle) will play Thursday against Portland.
Analyse
Murphy has missed his team's last three matchups while tending to a right ankle sprain, but he's been cleared to play Thursday. He'll presumably slot right back into the starting five in his return, which would likely bump Yves Missi back to the bench.
1. April 2026
Questionable for Thursday
Murphy (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analyse
Murphy is in danger of missing his fourth consecutive contest due to a lingering right ankle sprain. With New Orleans already eliminated from postseason contention, the team has little incentive to rush the 25-year-old wing back to the floor. If Murphy remains sidelined Thursday, look for Jeremiah Fears and Jordan Hawkins to continue logging increased minutes.