Trey Murphy III
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February 28, 2026
Ruled out for Saturday
Murphy (shoulder) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis
Murphy will miss a fifth consecutive contest due to a right shoulder contusion and is without a clear timetable for a return. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Clippers. With the 25-year-old swingman sidelined, Bryce McGowens and Jordan Poole are candidates for increased playing time.
February 25, 2026
Out again for Thursday
Murphy (shoulder) is out for Thursday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis
Murphy will be sidelined for a fourth straight game and remains without a timetable to return. The Pelicans will likely lean more on Jordan Poole and Jeremiah Fears in the meantime.
February 23, 2026
Ruled out for Tuesday
Murphy (shoulder) is out for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis
Murphy missed Monday's practice with a right shoulder contusion, and it sounds like he can be deemed day-to-day ahead of Thursday's tilt in Utah. The star forward's absence should keep Jordan Poole in the New Orleans rotation, making Poole a worthwhile streaming candidate Tuesday.
February 23, 2026
Sits out practice
Murphy (shoulder) did not practice Monday, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Murphy has missed the past two games for New Orleans, but coach James Borrego said the hope remains that this won't be a lengthy absence. As for Tuesday's game against Golden State, Murphy's status is likely to be questionable at best.