Keegan Murray News, Rumors, Updates - Sacramento Kings

Doubtful for Tuesday Murray (back) is listed as doubtful to play Tuesday against Golden State.

Impact Murray is dealing with irritation to the sacroiliac joint in his lower back. Despite fully practicing Monday, Sacramento appears to be erring on the side of caution with Murray's back. If he misses his third consecutive game Tuesday, Trey Lyles will likely absorb the majority of his usage. Kessler Edwards could see increased run as well, although he and Sasha Vezenkov have been inconsistently incorporated of late.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fully participates in practice Murray (back) was a full participant in Monday's practice session, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Murray has missed the last two games due to lower back soreness, but his return to practice Monday suggests that he's close to being cleared for game action. The Kings haven't yet revealed his status for Tuesday's matchup against the Warriors, but it certainly seems possible that his two-game absence will come to an end.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Murray (back) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup against the Timberwolves, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Murray will miss a second consecutive game due to the injury, and the Kings are going to be cautious with their starting power forward. Sasha Vezenkov and Trey Lyles are candidates to absorb some of Murray's minutes, and his next chance to play will come next Tuesday against the Warriors.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Murray (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Pelicans.

Impact As expected, Murray will miss his first game of the season due to a back injury he picked up during Monday's loss to New Orleans. Chris Duarte (thumb) has been cleared to suit up, so he'll presumably take Murray's spot in the starting lineup. Sasha Vezenkov (thumb) and Trey Lyles are also candidates to absorb some of Murray's missing minutes.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not spotted at shootaround Murray (back), who's listed as questionable, wasn't spotted during the Kings' morning shootaround ahead of Wednesday's matchup in New Orleans, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee...

Impact Murray exited Monday's blowout loss to the Pelicans due to lower back soreness and is trending in the wrong direction ahead of Wednesday's matchup. Chris Duarte (thumb), Sasha Vezenkov (thumb) and Trey Lyles (calf) are also listed as questionable, but they participated in the team's shootaround and are expected to play in the rematch versus New Orleans.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Murray (back) is questionable to play Wednesday against New Orleans.

Impact Murray is dealing with lower back soreness. He exited Monday's contest against the Pelicans and was unable to return for the second half. Kessler Edwards finished the game in his place, so he and Harrison Barnes would likely be tasked with enlarged roles if Murray is unable to suit up Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shut down with back injury Murray has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Pelicans due to a lower back injury, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.

Impact Murray didn't come out of the locker room to begin the second half, and the team announced shortly after that he'll miss the rest of the contest while tending to a back issue. With Sasha Vezenkov (thumb) also out, expect the Kings to count on Kessler Edwards, Harrison Barnes and Colby Jones down the stretch.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent output vs. Dallas Murray posted 17 points (7-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal over 33 minutes during Sunday's 129-113 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Murray has failed to surpass the 10-point mark in five of his nine outings this month, and his numbers have not been the expected ones following a solid rookie season, but he might be trending in the right direction of late. Murray has scored at least 17 points in three of his last five outings and is averaging 16.2 points while shooting 48.4 percent from the field in that span. Maintaining those numbers through a prolonged stretch is the challenge for the second-year forward, however.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Defense on Donovan Mitchell shows why Keegan Murray could be 'huge' for Sacramento Kings Coach Mike Brown and point guard De’Aaron Fox believe Keegan Murray could be the versatile defensive stopper the Sacramento Kings need.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Excels from deep with 25 points Murray supplied 25 points (9-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 38 minutes during Monday's 132-120 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact Murray drilled a season-high five three-pointers against the Cavaliers. He's only shooting 39.1 percent from the field over nine games, but Murray should occasionally show up with a hot hand. His shot volume has definitely gone up from his rookie season.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first double-double of season Murray posted 24 points (8-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 11 rebounds, three steals, a blocked shot and an assist across 40 minutes during Friday's 105-98 win over the Thunder.

Impact The Kings desperately need role players like Murray and Kevin Huerter to succeed, and they both logged their best numbers of the season Friday night. If they can keep producing when De'Aaron Fox returns, the Kings will make some noise in the Play-In Tournament.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Huerter, Keegan Murray & Coach Brown | Postgame Presser 11.10.23

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores 12 points in loss to HOU Murray ended Monday's 122-97 loss to Houston with 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 28 minutes.

Impact Murray struggled once again and failed to provide the Kings with a scoring punch in the absence of De'Aaron Fox (ankle), though at least he cleared the 10-point mark after not doing so in his previous two outings. The second-year forward is struggling after an impressive rookie year, and he's averaging just 12.8 points per game while shooting a meager 35.8 percent form the floor. Perhaps even more worrisome is that he's been downright poor when the Kings have needed him to step his game up.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles massively in loss Murray finished with seven points (3-12 FG, 1-8 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist over 33 minutes during Saturday's 107-89 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Murray had a golden chance to be the Kings' go-to scorer in a game where De'Aaron Fox (ankle) was absent and Domantas Sabonis struggled, but he struggled badly and delivered another uninspiring performance. Murray posted a single-digit scoring performance for the first time in 2023-24 and will aim to bounce back Monday in a rematch against the Rockets.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keegan was NOT coming out of the game! 😂

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Delivers solid game Murray produced 17 points (6-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 33 minutes during Sunday's 132-127 overtime win over the Lakers.

Impact Although his shot was a bit erratic, Murray was an excellent source of defensive production and a great complement to Domantas Sabonis in the frontcourt. Murray's stat lines have been very consistent to begin the season, cementing his foothold on a spot in the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors stars Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson praise Kings' De'Aaron Fox and Keegan Murray Here’s what the Golden State Warriors said about the Sacramento Kings duo of De’Aaron Fox and Keegan Murray.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Tallies 16 points in loss Murray racked up 16 points (6-16 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 40 minutes during Friday's 122-114 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Murray finished third on Sacramento in scoring in the defeat, though he struggled with a 3-for-11 mark from behind the arc and four turnovers. The Iowa product did make up for those poor marks to some extent with his seven boards and two steals, with three of his rebounds coming on the offensive glass. Murray figures to be the third or fourth offensive option for Sacramento in most games, but he's locked into a starting role and should get plenty of opportunity to build upon last year's strong rookie campaign.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

De'Aaron Fox, Keegan Murray & Coach Brown | Postgame Pressers 10.27.23

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Off injury report Murray (illness) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Murray's illness sidelined him for a preseason game on Oct. 19, but his status for Opening Night wasn't in any real doubt. Murray has high expectations in 2023-24 and looked sharp in the preseason, averaging 14.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.3 three-pointers in 24.4 minutes.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sticking with Sacramento The Kings have elected to exercise Murray's (illness) third-year team option for the 2024-25 season, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Murray will stick with the Kings at least through the conclusion of the 2024-25 campaign following Saturday's transaction. The Iowa product showed a lot of promise during his rookie season, putting up 12.2 points on 45.3 percent from the field to go along with 4.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 29.8 minutes per game (80 contests).

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Murray (illness) will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Jazz.

Impact The Kings are sitting several starters for rest, but Murray has a legitimate illness. He's expected to be recovered in time for Opening Night on Oct. 25 against Utah, but the Kings' first official injury report of 2023-24 should confirm that notion.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keegan Murray & Mike Brown | Postgame Pressers 10.19.23

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Logs 24 points in loss Murray posted 24 points (10-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two steals across 35 minutes in Wednesday's 116-115 preseason loss to the Warriors.

Impact Murray earned a starting job early in his rookie season, and the Iowa product is poised to have a breakout campaign in his second year with the Kings. Murray averaged 12.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists last season, and his role in Wednesday's game is a sign that these numbers will rise significantly, especially if his three-point volume stays high.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Murray (thumb) returned to practice Friday, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.

Impact Murray was sidelined for Wednesday's preseason game due to a sore right thumb, but it appears the issue was minor. While his return to practice is a good sign, Murray's status for Sunday's exhibition versus Golden State remains to be determined.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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