Speculation regarding a potential trade between the Phoenix Suns and the New Orleans Pelicans is intensifying as front offices evaluate roster needs.
NBA insider Chris Haynes reported on Nov. 13 that the “Suns have registered interest” in the Pelicans guard.
Further reporting from The Athletic indicates that Murray himself has expressed interest in joining the Phoenix organization.
According to “The Athletic”, the camp representing Murray is hopeful that any completed deal would result in Jalen Green moving to New Orleans as part of the exchange.
The 30-year-old Murray is viewed as a traditional point guard, a role the Suns currently lack in their rotation.
Meanwhile, questions remain regarding how well Green fits into the current Phoenix system, as he has been tasked with managing playmaker responsibilities while maintaining an aggressive offensive posture.
Green is currently recording a career-low average of 11.8 points during his second season with the team.
While one league source acknowledged the ongoing chatter surrounding a potential swap, the situation remains fluid.
Two separate league sources informed the “Arizona Republic” that other teams have not yet expressed formal interest in acquiring Green.
On the court, the Suns have found success recently, posting a 4-1 record over their last five contests to bring their season standing to 5-6.
In contrast, the Pelicans have struggled to find momentum, having dropped their last four consecutive games to fall to a 4-8 record.
As the trade rumor mill continues to churn, observers are watching to see if Phoenix will prioritize adding a veteran floor general to support their current core.
Both the Suns and the Pelicans have yet to confirm any formal negotiations beyond the initial reports surfacing this week.
The basketball community awaits further updates to determine if these discussions will evolve into a concrete transaction before the league deadline.