The New Orleans Pelicans made a significant move at the guard position on Friday by acquiring Dejounte Murray from the Atlanta Hawks, as reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.
Atlanta is trading Dejounte Murray to the New Orleans Pelicans, sources tell ESPN.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 28, 2024
After a disappointing playoff exit at the hands of the Thunder, the Pelicans were in need of a backcourt upgrade. Murray’s versatile skill set and potential on both ends of the floor made him a sought-after target for many teams.
The acquisition of Murray came at a price for the Pelicans, who sent Dyson Daniels, Larry Nance Jr., and two future first-round picks to the Hawks in exchange for the talented guard.
In the 2023-24 season, Murray put up impressive numbers, averaging 22.5 points, 6.4 assists, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game.
Trade Details:
Pelicans receive:
Hawks receive:
- Dyson Daniels
- Larry Nance Jr.
- 2025 first-round pick (via Lakers)
- 2027 first-round pick (less favorable of Bucks-Pelicans)
Murray’s departure from Atlanta marks the end of a two-year stint that saw him pair up with Trae Young. Despite their individual success, the Hawks failed to make a deep playoff run during their time together.
With Murray’s arrival in New Orleans, the Pelicans hope to strengthen their roster alongside Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, though it came at the cost of promising young talent and future draft picks.
It is speculated that Murray’s trade could trigger a rebuild for the Hawks, with only a few players considered untouchable.
Contract Details:
Murray signed a lucrative extension with the Hawks before the 2023-24 season, which includes a player option for the 2027-28 season.
He is set to become an unrestricted free agent in either the 2027 or 2028 offseason.
Stats:
2023-24 season:
- 22.5 points per game
- 6.4 assists per game
- 5.3 rebounds per game
- 1.4 steals per game
- 45.9% field goal shooting
- 36.3% 3-point shooting
- 79.4% free throw shooting
Career:
- 15.4 points per game
- 5.8 rebounds per game
- 5.3 assists per game
- 1.4 steals per game
- 45.8% field goal shooting
- 34.5% 3-point shooting
- 78.7% free throw shooting