As the Pelicans are in trouble with only 11 victories at the halfway point, we don't talk much about him, but Trey Murphy signed his best career season with an average of 21.1 points. A nice rise in power that would almost make you forget that Brandon Ingram has been in the infirmary for several weeks. The winger also displays his best career averages in points, but also in rebounds, assists, interceptions and blocks.
“A year ago, I would probably have classified him as a specialist” recognizes Will Hardythe Jazz coach. “But I've seen his game evolve, and it's a good thing for the Pelicans and Willie Green. Trey is an incredible player. “He’s a top shooter, and you can see that his skill has given him confidence for the rest of his game.”
Know how to seize your chance
Over the Pelicans' last four games, including three victories, Murphy has reached the 30-point mark twice, but also the 10 rebound threshold twice. The only small downside to this almost perfect picture is the end of his series of successful free throws in a row, blocked at 52 after a miss against the Jazz.
“Its potential is limitless” assures Dejounte Murray. “In the NBA, it's all about opportunities… He has his chance, and he doesn't let it pass him by. He's been working on his game, and he's showing right now that he's confident, and he's ready to take on the challenge. »
Untouchable for the Pelicans, Murphy is decisive with his defense and his long-range address, and he is aware of having reached a milestone. “I'm in a good state of mind… I have the feeling that we have found the right rhythm on a collective level, and we are discovering each other. I try to stay aggressive and find my spots.”
For Murphy, this trajectory is pretty crazy since he remembers his rookie year when he and Naji Marshall were going back and forth in the G-League. “We really have come a long way… When we were rookies, we weren't even on the field, and today, we are starters and we play a lot. It’s a testament to our hard work and where we come from.”
