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Kings' Keegan Murray Tears Thumb Ligament, Set for 4–6 Week Reevaluation

Multiple reports say he is expected to have surgery on his left thumb.

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 16: Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks goes up for a shot on Keegan Murray #13 and Zach LaVine #8 of the Sacramento Kings during the second half of the NBA play-in tournament game at Golden 1 Center on April 16, 2025 in Sacramento, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
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Oct 8, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the ball during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Overview

  • An MRI confirmed a torn ulnar collateral ligament in Murray’s left thumb suffered in Friday’s exhibition against Portland.
  • The Kings said he will be reevaluated in approximately four to six weeks, not guaranteeing a return in that window.
  • News outlets citing Brett Siegel and Marc Stein report Murray is slated for surgery, while the team has not announced a procedure.
  • The injury comes days before the 2025–26 season, prompting potential early rotation changes under head coach Doug Christie.
  • Murray, entering his fourth season, averaged 12.4 points and 6.7 rebounds last year for Sacramento.