New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray has officially requested a trade from the organization.
The veteran player informed the team of his desire to leave after a difficult start to the season, according to “reporting from ESPN’s Shams Charania.”
The franchise and agent Rich Paul are currently working to find a resolution that benefits all parties involved, as noted by “Yahoo Sports.”
Murray has expressed a clear desire to play a meaningful role for another team, “per the latest league updates.”
The guard has struggled this season, averaging 13.4 points and 4.4 assists per game while shooting 43.1% from the field.
The team will now shift its focus toward rookie Jeremiah Fears to manage the backcourt duties, “according to reports from Fadeaway World.”
The Pelicans are also navigating a trade request from teammate Jordan Poole, “as documented by team news sources.”
General Manager Troy Weaver is now tasked with managing the trade process while seeking a return that reflects Murray’s career averages of 15.5 points per game, “as stated by industry analysis.”
Potential landing spots for the veteran guard include the Phoenix Suns and the Miami Heat, “per reports from multiple outlets.”
Murray is expected to remain sidelined while the organization negotiates his departure.
The team faces pressure to complete a deal because Murray holds a $30.7 million player option for next season, “according to Yahoo Sports.”
This development comes as the Pelicans struggle with a 4-8 record early in the campaign.
The organization must now work to stabilize the roster amid these significant personnel changes.