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NBA·TRADE·July 5, 2026 01:50 PM ET

Pelicans Lower Trey Murphy III Trade Price to Three First-Round Picks

New Orleans cuts its price by one first.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 51 min read
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What happened: The New Orleans Pelicans lowered Trey Murphy III's trade price from four first-round picks to three amid limited buyer interest. The Boston Celtics, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers and Atlanta Hawks remain involved to varying degrees.

Why it matters: The reduced price could revive negotiations for one of the offseason's prominent available forwards. New Orleans still seeks a substantial draft return, preserving leverage while broadening the potential market.

By the numbers: Five teams remain connected to Murphy's market.

What to watch: Watch whether any interested team meets the revised price or pushes New Orleans toward further concessions.

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