Pelicans Injury Report Highlights Murphy, Murray vs Jazz

New Orleans looks to end 8-game skid against Utah

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:04pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a basketball game between two teams, with the players and court broken down into overlapping planes of deep blue, forest green, and burnt orange hues.The Pelicans' injury-plagued season takes on a cubist, fragmented quality as they host the playoff-contending Jazz.New Orleans Today

The New Orleans Pelicans, who have lost 8 straight games, will host the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. The Pelicans' injury report features key players Trey Murphy III and Dejounte Murray, raising questions about their availability for the game.

Why it matters

The Pelicans have struggled mightily this season and are hoping to get healthy and end their current losing streak against a tough Western Conference opponent in the Jazz. The status of Murphy and Murray could significantly impact the Pelicans' chances of pulling off an upset victory.

The details

The Pelicans have lost 8 consecutive games heading into Tuesday's matchup with the Jazz. Their injury report lists both Trey Murphy III and Dejounte Murray as questionable, indicating their availability for the game is uncertain. Murphy is dealing with a knee issue, while Murray has an ankle injury.

  • The Pelicans host the Jazz on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Trey Murphy III

A starting forward for the New Orleans Pelicans who is dealing with a knee injury.

Dejounte Murray

A starting guard for the New Orleans Pelicans who is dealing with an ankle injury.

New Orleans Pelicans

An NBA team based in New Orleans, Louisiana that is currently on an 8-game losing streak.

Utah Jazz

An NBA team that will be visiting New Orleans to play the Pelicans on Tuesday.

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What’s next

The Pelicans will provide an update on the status of Murphy and Murray closer to Tuesday's game against the Jazz.

The takeaway

The Pelicans' injury report is a key factor heading into their matchup with the Jazz, as the availability of starters Trey Murphy III and Dejounte Murray could significantly impact their chances of ending their current losing streak.