Murphy ended Saturday's 119-101 loss to the Nets with 23 points (10-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals across 35 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

The fifth-year wing led the Pelicans in scoring as he topped 20 points for the third straight game since returning from an elbow injury. In those three contests to kick off December, Murphy's averaging 25.7 points, 9.0 boards, 5.7 assists, 2.0 threes and 1.3 steals, and he'll continue to see sky-high usage given all the injuries on the New Orleans roster.

Murphy contributed 21 points (7-17 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 125-116 loss to Minnesota.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy did an excellent job of putting his playmaking skills on display in this one, notching a new season high in assists while committing only two turnovers. The only knock against him Thursday was the 0-for-5 performance from three-point territory, but the New Orleans marksman should have no trouble bouncing back Saturday with a matchup against one of the worst defensive teams in the league in Brooklyn.

Murphy (elbow) is available for Tuesday's game against Minnesota, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy is ending a two-game absence with an elbow injury. With Zion Williamson (adductor) iffy for Tuesday, Murphy could have massive usage on his plate. Murphy has averaged 19.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.7 steals per contest in 19 games this season.

Murphy (elbow) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive contest due to a strained right elbow. If the 25-year-old swingman remains on the shelf, Saddiq Bey, Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens are candidates for increased playing time. Over his last five outings, Murphy has averaged 19.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.4 steals across 35.2 minutes per game.

Murphy (elbow) will not suit up for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy will miss his second straight game due to the elbow issue, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves. Bryce McGowens will likely earn another start Sunday, while Saddiq Bey will see a massive spike in usage with Zion Williamson (hamstring) also unavailable.

Murphy (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy will miss his first game of the season due to right elbow soreness, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Lakers. With the 25-year-old swingman joining Herbert Jones (calf), Jordan Poole (quadriceps) and Jordan Hawkins (illness) on the sidelines, Saddiq Bey, Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens are candidates for increased playing time.

Murphy is questionable to play Saturday against the Warriors due to a sore right elbow.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy is dealing with some soreness in his shooting arm, so there's a chance he'll need to skip the first leg of this upcoming back-to-back set. If Murphy is forced to join Jordan Poole (quad), Herbert Jones (calf) and Jordan Hawkins (illness) on the sidelines, that would create some massive opportunity for guys like Saddiq Bey, Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens.

Murphy provided 25 points (7-14 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 10-10 FT), three rebounds, one block and three steals over 35 minutes during Friday's 118-115 loss to the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy is firmly entrenched as one of the most reliable scoring options for the Pelicans this season, and the forward has often hovered around the 20-point mark while putting up solid numbers in other categories. Murphy has posted 20 or more points in seven of his last eight games, averaging 25.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.4 steals per game.

Murphy supplied 23 points (7-14 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five steals, three assists, two rebounds and one block across 36 minutes in Wednesday's 125-118 loss to the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy knocked down a season-high-tying five triples and finished as New Orleans' second-leading scorer, albeit in a losing effort. The fifth-year swingman continues to provide value on both ends of the floor. He tallied a season-high five steals against Denver and has recorded at least three swipes in three straight games. The 25-year-old has also scored at least 18 points in each of his last seven outings.

Murphy registered 20 points (6-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and four steals across 31 minutes during Sunday's 124-106 loss to Golden State.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy led the team in scoring and turned in a season-high four steals, but it wasn't enough to prevent a blowout defeat. Zion Williamson (hamstring) appears to be on the verge of returning to the court, which may lead to a dip in usage for Murphy soon. In any case, Murphy has averaged a strong 19.8 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.5 steals in 13 games this season, shooting 45.6 percent from the field.