What happened: Trey Murphy III provided seven of the New Orleans Pelicans' first 13 points, highlighted by an early 3-pointer. The quick scoring helped set the pace for New Orleans in the opening minutes of the contest.
Why it matters: The Pelicans are looking to build momentum after opening the 2026-27 regular season at 4-5. Murphy's perimeter shooting remains a central offensive component as the team navigates early-season Western Conference matchups.
By the numbers: New Orleans sits 11th in the Western Conference with a 4-5 record through nine games in 2026-27.
What to watch: The Pelicans continue regular-season play as they work to push back to .500.