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Pelicans Trade For Keegan Murray In WEB Play-In Tournament
Pelicans Acquire Young Star, Send Draft Pick To Kings
New Orleans Bolsters Roster For Playoff Push
The New Orleans Pelicans have acquired forward Keegan Murray from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for a future first-round draft pick, sources told NBA Insider Shams Charania on Friday. The trade comes as the Pelicans look to bolster their roster for a playoff push in the Western Conference.
Murray, 22, was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft and has quickly emerged as one of the most promising young players in the league. The 6-foot-8 forward averaged 18.5 points and 8.4 rebounds per game for the Kings this season and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
The Pelicans are expected to make a strong push for the playoffs this season and the addition of Murray gives them a much-needed boost on the wing. Murray is a versatile player who can play both forward positions and brings a high level of athleticism and energy to the court.
The Kings, meanwhile, get a future first-round pick in the deal and clear up some salary cap space. The Kings are in a rebuilding mode and the trade of Murray is a sign that they are looking to get younger and cheaper.
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