Murphy amassed 32 points (13-17 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 137-136 loss to the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy continues to serve as arguably the Pelicans best player, scoring at least 20 points for the seventh time in his past 10 appearances. A lengthy ankle-related injury to Brandon Ingram has afforded Murphy a regular starting spot. Over the past month, he has delivered outstanding numbers, putting up 23.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 3.1 three-pointers and 2.4 combined steals and blocks in 37.2 minutes per game.

Murphy had 22 points (7-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 7-9 FT), six rebounds and four assists over 33 minutes during Friday's 139-126 loss to the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy has been playing at a high level in recent weeks, and he's growing more and more comfortable in a prominent role on offense due to the absence of some of the team's most prolific scoring weapons, such as Zion Williamson (illness) and Brandon Ingram (ankle). Murphy missed three games in early January due to an ankle injury but has looked impressive since returning to the hardwood six games ago, averaging 25.2 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks per game in that stretch.

Murphy recorded 32 points (9-20 FG, 2-13 3Pt, 12-12 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 119-113 win over the Bulls.

EDGE Analysis

The fourth-year forward has produced back-to-back performances with 30-plus points since returning from an ankle injury that cost him three games. Injuries have been the only thing standing between Murphy and a true breakout campaign -- he's suited up for only 25 of the Pelicans' 41 games this season, but he's scored in double digits and drained multiple three-pointers in each appearance while averaging 21.5 points, 4.8 boards, 3.2 threes, 2.8 assists and 1.2 steals.

Murphy supplied 30 points (10-17 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds and four assists over 39 minutes during Sunday's 120-119 loss to Boston.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy returned Sunday after missing the last three games with an ankle injury, lifting New Orleans offensively while leading all players in scoring and finishing as one of two players with five or more threes in a close defeat. Murphy matched his season-high total in made threes, which he's now hit on four occasions overall. He's also now surpassed the 30-point mark in three contests, with all three of those occurrences taking place over his last six appearances.

Murphy (ankle) is available for Sunday's game versus the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy will return to action Sunday after missing New Orleans' previous three contests due to a sprained left ankle. Murphy is averaging 23.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 34.7 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Murphy (ankle) is out for Friday's game versus the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy will miss his third straight contest Friday due to a left ankle sprain. Murphy's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Boston.

Murphy (ankle) will miss Wednesday's game against Portland.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy will end up missing both games of this back-to-back set and should be considered questionable to return Friday against the 76ers. With Zion Williamson (rest) also out, Brandon Boston and Javonte Green could be line for more run Wednesday.

Murphy (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy is considered day-to-day with a mild left ankle sprain that he sustained during Sunday's win over Washington. His next chance to play will come Wednesday against Portland. With the 24-year-old forward sidelined, Brandon Boston and Jordan Hawkins are candidates for increased roles.

Pelicans coach Willie Green said Monday that Murphy (ankle) is day-to-day, Erin Summers of the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy tweaked his left ankle during Sunday's game against the Wizards and was diagnosed with a mild sprain. However, he's considered day-to-day and will likely have a questionable tag for Tuesday's game versus Minnesota. If he's unable to play, Jordan Hawkins and Brandon Boston could step into larger roles.

Murphy (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Wizards, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy was helped off the floor late in the third quarter after turning his left ankle while attempting to grab a rebound. Jordan Hawkins and Brandon Boston will take on larger roles off the bench for the rest of Sunday's game due to Murphy's injury.