Trey Murphy III Continues Scorching Hot Streak from Downtown

The New Orleans Pelicans may have found their lethal long-range weapon in Trey Murphy III, who continued his blistering form from downtown in their recent 114-109 victory over the Golden State Warriors. The second-year swingman erupted for 24 points on a highly efficient 8-of-12 shooting from the field, with a sizzling 6-of-9 clip from beyond the arc.

Murphy’s exploits from deep have been nothing short of remarkable lately, as he has now drained at least five three-pointers in three consecutive games. His scorching touch from long range has provided a much-needed offensive boost for the Pelicans, who are fighting tooth and nail for a spot in the highly competitive Western Conference playoffs.

While Murphy’s scoring outburst was undoubtedly the highlight of his performance, he also made valuable contributions in other areas of the game. The 22-year-old hauled in eight rebounds, dished out two assists, and added a steal to his stat line, showcasing his all-around prowess on both ends of the floor.

Head coach Willie Green praised Murphy’s development and his ability to impact the game in multiple ways. “Trey has really taken a significant leap this season,” Green said. “He’s not just a one-dimensional shooter anymore. He’s crashing the boards, making the extra pass, and playing solid defense. When he’s knocking down those threes at this kind of rate, it just adds another dimension to our offense.”

Despite Murphy’s recent hot streak, his role is expected to shift back to a reserve capacity once Brandon Ingram returns from his injury. However, Green acknowledged the importance of maintaining Murphy’s confidence and rhythm, hinting at potential rotational adjustments to ensure his sharp-shooting remains a valuable asset off the bench.

As the regular season winds down and the Pelicans gear up for a potential playoff push, Murphy’s ability to stretch the floor and create spacing with his long-range marksmanship could prove invaluable. If he can sustain his current level of production, the Pelicans may have uncovered a secret weapon capable of propelling them deep into the postseason.