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The Pelicans have reportedly lowered their asking price for Trey Murphy from four first-round picks to only three.
Teams interested in New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III may have received a positive signal in potential trade talks.
According to NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Pelicans have reportedly lowered their asking price for Murphy from the equivalent of four first-round picks to three.
Celtics, Warriors among teams in the mix
Per Scotto, the Boston Celtics, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, and Atlanta Hawks are all in the mix for Murphy to varying degrees.
“The Celtics have monitored Murphy’s trade market, and following the Brown trade for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks, they have gained extra draft capital that New Orleans has desired in any trade talks,” Scotto reported.
“The Pistons have consistently circled the wagons on Murphy in trade talks, but felt the price was too high. With the asking price dropping from the equivalent of four to three first-round picks in any Murphy trade talks recently, will Detroit have more of an appetite to make a trade following the loss of Tobias Harris in free agency?
“Golden State’s interest in Murphy is to be determined with a LeBron James free agent pursuit in the air.
“The Clippers traded Kawhi Leonard and have more draft picks to pursue the 26-year-old Murphy, who’d fit the timeline of their current young core.
“Atlanta has always monitored the trade market on Murphy and other available players. The Hawks have several future first-round picks and tradeable contracts to dangle.”
Murphy’s price remains a debate
Murphy’s value around the league remains a topic of discussion, especially after other major wing trades this offseason.
“After Brown and Leonard fetched two first-round picks in trades, some NBA executives believe that should be the ceiling for a Murphy trade,” Scotto added. “Others argue his valuable contract with three years and $87 million remaining of team control could help New Orleans net a third first-round pick.”
Murphy, 26, remains one of the more intriguing names on the trade market due to his size, shooting, and long-term contract control. While New Orleans still appears to be seeking a significant return, the reported drop in asking price could open the door for more serious talks among interested teams.
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