Dejounte Murray Set to Return Wednesday After Hand Injury
The Pelicans guard, sidelined since opening night, plans to rejoin the lineup against the Raptors as New Orleans battles injuries and a tough Western Conference season.
- Dejounte Murray, who fractured his left hand on opening night, is expected to return to the Pelicans' lineup Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors.
- Murray was acquired from the Atlanta Hawks in a major offseason trade and is seen as a key piece of the Pelicans' starting lineup.
- The Pelicans have struggled with injuries to key players, including Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, and have lost 13 of their last 15 games after a strong start to the season.
- Murray's return comes at a critical point as the Pelicans aim to recover in a competitive Western Conference while still missing other key contributors.
- In his brief debut with the Pelicans, Murray nearly recorded a triple-double, showcasing his potential impact on the team's performance.