Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Mon 2/5/24 4:55 PM

Murray tallied eight points (4-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 20 minutes in Sunday's 112-103 loss to the Nuggets.
EDGE Analysis
While picking up his first career NBA start in place of the injured Jerami Grant (back), Murray took a back seat on the offensive end behind higher-usage players such as Anfernee Simons and Deandre Ayton, but he did well to make an impact on the other end of the court with three total defensive counters. In spite of the move to the top unit, Murray's playing time was still somewhat suppressed, and that's likely to remain the case even if Grant misses additional contests. The Trail Blazers are off until Thursday's matchup with the Pistons, so Grant will have several days to fully heal up from the back issue.

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Sun 2/4/24 7:13 PM

Murray is starting Sunday's game against the Nuggets, Adam Mares of DenverStiffs.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Murray has come off the bench in his first 29 appearances in the NBA, and he's been an inconsistent part of the rotation recently. However, he'll draw the start during Sunday's matchup since Malcolm Brogdon (knee) and Jerami Grant (back) have been ruled out. Murray has played at least 20 minutes in five appearances this year, averaging 9.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 24.4 minutes per game.

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Mon 1/1/24 8:34 PM

Murray (thumb) has been cleared to play Monday against the Suns.
EDGE Analysis
Murray was labeled as doubtful due to a left thumb sprain, but in a surprising turn of events, he'll be available off the bench for Monday's clash. He hasn't factored much into the rotation so far this season, averaging 2.5 points and 1.7 rebounds in 10.1 minutes (15 games).

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Mon 1/1/24 2:46 PM

Murray is doubtful for Monday's game against the Suns due to a left thumb sprain.
EDGE Analysis
Murray made only five appearances in December despite Portland dealing with several key injuries. His expected absence Monday isn't likely to impact the rotation.

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Fri 12/29/23 10:28 AM

The Trail Blazers recalled Murray from the G League's Rip City Remix on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Murray was assigned to the G League club on Wednesday, and he had a solid performance against Stockton on Thursday, logging 24 points, eight rebounds, five assists, two steals and a block in 36 minutes. Despite his solid showing Thursday, he's unlikely to garner a major role for the parent club.

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Sat 12/9/23 12:48 PM

The Trail Blazers assigned Murray to the Rip City Remix of the G League on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Murray, Moses Brown and Rayan Rupert were all sent down to the G League on Saturday. Murray is averaging 10.7 minutes per contest for the Trail Blazers this season.

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Tue 11/21/23 10:32 AM

Portland recalled Murray from the G League's Rip City Remix on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Murray, Moses Brown and Rayan Rupert were all elevated to the parent club following Rip City's 107-103 win over Ontario on Monday. They'll all be available for Portland's matchup in Phoenix on Tuesday, but it's unlikely they'll see extended playing time, barring a blowout.

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Sun 11/12/23 12:36 AM

Murray was recalled from the G League's Rip City Remix on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Murray appeared for Rip City on Friday night, totaling 18 points, six boards and two assists over 31 minutes, and he could now see action for Portland on Sunday against the Lakers. The Iowa product has played in three contests with the Trail Blazers in the early stages of the 2023-24 campaign, logging one rebound and one steal over 20 minutes.

Kris Murray
SG/F POR
Tue 7/11/23 10:49 PM

Murray recorded 19 points (7-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-4 FT) and seven rebounds in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 97-93 Summer League win over Charlotte.
EDGE Analysis
Murray was Portland's first-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and had his best Summer League game to date Tuesday. While he did register three turnovers to zero assists, his scoring efficiency was impressive.