Dejounte Murray: On the Brink of a Comeback
The New Orleans Pelicans have been eagerly anticipating the return of guard Dejounte Murray, who has been sidelined for over a year due to an Achilles injury. After a long road to recovery, Murray is nearing his return, with recent updates suggesting he could be back on the court as soon as next week.
Head coach James Borrego shared his optimism before Saturday's game, stating, "We're trending the right way, hopefully. I expect him to be there in the next couple of games.
Hopefully, it's Tuesday night." It's been just over a year since the injury, and Murray's return is highly anticipated.
The journey hasn't been easy for Murray since his move from the Atlanta Hawks. The Pelicans made a significant investment to acquire him, trading away Dyson Daniels, E.J.
Liddell, Larry Nance Jr., Cody Zeller, and two first-round picks. Clearly, the Pelicans saw Murray as a cornerstone for their future.
However, injuries have kept him from fulfilling that role so far.
Murray's time in New Orleans started with a minor injury, sidelining him for 17 games. He managed to play 30 more games before the Achilles injury took him out for the season. During his stint, he averaged 17.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game, though his shooting percentages of 39.3/29.9/82.3 left room for improvement.
Despite the setbacks, Murray's ability to contribute beyond scoring has been evident. His all-around game and potential impact on the Pelicans' future make his return a moment to watch. As the team looks forward to his comeback, fans and teammates alike are hopeful that Murray can soon showcase the talent that led to his acquisition.