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Posts first double-double in finale Murray provided 10 points (4-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and one block in 30 minutes during Sunday's 109-81 victory over the Lakers.

Impact Other than a handful of spot starts in 2024-25, Murray didn't present very much appeal. However, he did record his first double-double of the campaign Sunday. Murray averaged 7.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.7 steals in 28.9 minutes over his six outings as a starter this season, but he shot a dreadful 32.7 percent from the floor as a member of the first unit.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted to starting role Murray is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Warriors, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Murray will replace Shaedon Sharpe (knee) in the starting lineup. The second-year forward has logged at least 20 minutes in each of his last three appearances off the bench and should be in line for a sizable uptick in workload in a starting role.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season-high 18 points Murray supplied 18 points (7-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Sunday's 120-109 win over the Spurs.

Impact Murray played a significant role Sunday, pouring in a season-high 18 points. He has now played at least 27 minutes in two straight games, an indication that he could end the season as a prominent part of the rotation. With that said, prior to his last two games, Murray had failed to score on six straight occasions.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Murray won't start Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Murray drew a spot start Friday against the Nuggets, a game Portland surprisingly won in blowout fashion. However, with Donovan Clingan back in action, Murray will shift to a reserve role. He hasn't played more than 18 minutes in any of his last seven appearances off the bench.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Friday Murray is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact The Trail Blazers will be depleted for this matchup, so Murray will get the starting nod for this contest. It's unclear what kind of role he'll have, though, as he'll start alongside Toumani Camara and Deni Avdija in the frontcourt. Murray is averaging 7.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 3.0 steals per game in three starts this season.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Friday Murray is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to bench Murray is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact With Toumani Camara returning from a calf injury Wednesday, it's not surprising to see Murray head back to the bench. Murray has averaged 3.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 0.6 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.4 blocks in 13.2 minutes over his last 10 games off the bench, which significantly reduces his fantasy value.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Records four steals Murray closed Monday's 112-97 win over the Wizards with five points (2-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and four steals in 37 minutes.

Impact Murray matched his career-high mark of four steals in the win, logging a massive workload in the process. This was also his third career game with double-digit rebounds. Murray is typically a low-usage role player for Portland, but he made the most of his spot start with Toumani Camara (calf) out and Jerami Grant (knee) on the sidelines again. He's worth monitoring as a potential streamer in deeper leagues if Camara misses more time.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Moves into starting lineup Murray is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Wizards.

Impact With Toumani Camara out with a calf injury, Murray will join the starting five Monday. It'll be the third start of the season for Murray, who has averaged 8.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.5 steals and 2.0 assists in 24.7 minutes as a starter.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sliding to bench Sunday Murray will come off the bench in Sunday's game against Cleveland, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact With Deni Avdija returning to game action, Murray will slide back to the bench. The second-year forward has received inconsistent playing time of late, averaging 5.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals across 16.2 minutes per contest in his last six outings (two starts).

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Murray will start in Friday's game against Brooklyn, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact The second-year forward will get the start with Jerami Grant (knee) on the shelf. Murray has received inconsistent playing time of late, and over his last five outings (one start), he has averaged 4.0 points and 2.2 rebounds in 13.4 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 28 • YOUTUBE

Not starting vs. Lakers Murray is not in the starting five for Thursday's game against the Lakers, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact The Blazers will receive reinforcements in the frontcourt since Jerami Grant (knee) and Robert Williams (knee) are available, so Murray will return to his regular bench role. He's averaging 4.1 points, 2.2 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game when playing with the second unit this season.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Active and starting Murray (quadriceps) is part of the Trail Blazers' starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Murray was initially labeled questionable for the contest due to a bruised left quad, but he'll be active and make his first start of the year. Jerami Grant (knee), Matisse Thybulle (ankle) and Robert Williams (knee) have been ruled out, so Murray should be in line for as many minutes as he can handle.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Murray (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Murray is in danger of missing his second straight contest Wednesday due to a left quadriceps contusion. If Murray is forced to sit out yet again, Jabari Walker will likely continue to receive increased playing time.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go vs. Denver Murray (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Murray was initially added to the injury report as questionable due to a bruised left quad, and the issue is significant enough to hold him out. Jerami Grant (knee) is also sidelined, so Jabari Walker could pick up a few extra minutes in the frontcourt Monday.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go vs. Denver Murray (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Denver Murray (quadricep) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Murray is in jeopardy of missing Monday's contest due to a left quad contusion. The second-year forward's potential absence shouldn't cause too many waves in the rotation, as he has averaged only 9.2 minutes per game over his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Friday Murray (chest) is available for Friday's game versus the Hornets, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Murray has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday despite dealing with a chest contusion. The 24-year-old should continue to be one of Portland's primary bench options in their forward rotation against Charlotte.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy Friday Murray (chest) is questionable for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Impact Murray is in danger of missing the second leg of the club's back-to-back set due to a chest contusion. The 24-year-old was able to play in the first half of the back-to-back set in Thursday's loss to Orlando, during which he posted six points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 12 minutes. Jabari Walker could see extended run if Murray is sidelined.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Available Thursday Murray (chest) is available for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Impact Murray will return to game action after missing Tuesday's win over Miami due to a chest contusion. Over his last five outings, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds in 21.0 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Murray (chest) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Impact After sitting in Tuesday's win over Miami, Murray remains iffy to suit up for the Blazers on Thursday due to a chest contusion. If the 24-year-old is downgraded to out against Orlando, Portland would figure to give Jerami Grant a heavy workload from the starting lineup, and more reserve playing time would be available to Shaedon Sharpe and Dalano Banton.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Heat Murray is out for Tuesday's game against the Heat with a chest contusion.

Impact With Murray sidelined Tuesday, the Trail Blazers should lean on Jerami Grant and Deni Avdija from the starting lineup. Scoot Henderson appears to be a prime candidate for increased run, while the versatile Dalano Banton could pick up extra minutes from Portland's bench.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Murray is questionable for Tuesday's game versus the Heat with a chest contusion.

Impact With Deni Avdija and Jerami Grant healthy again, Murray's minutes have taken a hit. In his most recent outing Sunday against the Bulls, Murray played just 17 minutes with two points, two rebounds, two assists and one block.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 18 • YOUTUBE

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