The New Orleans Pelicans have at times lacked a strong, consistent leadership voice this season, but the return of Dejounte Murray changes that. In his first game back, the veteran guard finished with 13 points, two rebounds, three assists, and one steal, including a clutch layup that helped seal the Pelicans’ 113–109 win over the Warriors. Yet it was what he said on social media afterward that signaled a shift for the remainder of the Pelicans' season.
At the end of January, ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel reported that Murray and his representation were looking for a change of scenery at the trade deadline.