Murray is out for Friday's game against Toronto due to a lumbar strain.

EDGE Analysis

Friday marks a ninth consecutive absence for Murray, The forward carries no timetable for a return and should be considered doubtful for Monday's matchup in Boston until Portland offers an update.

Murray (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Miami.

EDGE Analysis

Murray will miss an eighth straight game due to a lumbar strain. The third-year forward doesn't have an established timetable for return, and he can likely be viewed as doubtful for Friday's matchup with Toronto.

Murray (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Sacramento.

EDGE Analysis

Murray's absence will extend to seven games due to a lumbar strain. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Heat, though the third-year pro lacks a clear timeline for a return. Murray stepped into a more prominent role in the nine games (eight starts) prior to his injury and averaged 7.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.3 steals over 28.7 minutes per game over that span.

Murray has been diagnosed with a lumbar strain in his lower back and is currently without an official timetable to return.

EDGE Analysis

Murray will miss his third consecutive game Sunday with a lumbar strain, and with no firm return date, it seems unlikely he'll play at all during Week 13. Until we receive a positive update on Murray's rehab process, he should be considered week-to-week.

Murray (back) is out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Murray will miss a third straight game since he's dealing with a lumbar strain, but his absence won't cause a lot of issues in most fantasy formats. His next chance to play will come against the Warriors on Tuesday.

Murray (back) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Murray is in line for a second straight absence due to back soreness. He'll have another chance to return Sunday against the Knicks.

Murray (back) will not play Wednesday against the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Murray was previously listed as doubtful, so this is an expected update. With Jerami Grant (Achilles) out as well, the Trail Blazers could give utility man Sidy Cissoko some extra minutes against Houston.

Murray (back) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Murray is unlikely to suit up Wednesday due to lower back soreness. In the likely event that the 25-year-old forward joins Jerami Grant (Achilles) on the sidelines, Sidy Cissoko is expected to step into the starting five.

Murray finished with 10 points (3-8 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals in 27 minutes during Monday's 137-117 win over Utah.

EDGE Analysis

Murray has started three consecutive games and eight of his last nine appearances amid the ongoing absence of Jerami Grant (Achilles). During that latter period, Murray has struggled to muster much fantasy relevance with averages of 7.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.3 steals in 28.6 minutes per game.

Murray is in Portland's starting lineup against New Orleans on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Murray came off the bench during Wednesday's loss to the Thunder but will return to the Trail Blazers' starting lineup Friday while Sidy Cissoko reverts to a bench role. Murray has started eight games this season, and as a starter he is averaging 7.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.1 steals over 30.1 minutes per game.