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Pelicans trade for All-Star guard

Last season, Murray averaged 22.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game.

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Hawks guard Dejounte Murray goes in for a shot as Pelicans forward Herbert Jones defends during the second half on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Atlanta.

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Pelicans acquired a former All-Star guard on Friday.

According to multiple sources, the Pelicans are sending Larry Nance Jr., Dyson Daniels, and two first picks to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Dejounte Murray.

Murray was an All-Star in 2022.

Last season, Murray averaged 22.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game.

The Pels attempted to trade for Murray at the trade deadline this past season, and now they've got him.

Pels targeted Murray during the trade deadline this past season, now they've got him https://t.co/7FLyL3H3aU
— Ricardo LeCompte (@RLeCompteTV) June 28, 2024

New Orleans is sending Dyson Daniels to Atlanta as well, sources said. https://t.co/MgzfZmW3Aq
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 28, 2024

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