Trey Murphy III feels confident post-surgery ahead of new NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Trey Murphy III approaches the new NBA season with renewed confidence after recovering from shoulder surgery. The New Orleans Pelicans forward, who posted career-highs last season, expressed that his shoulder feels strong and he is ready to elevate his game. Murphy III's focus will be on contributing to the team's success, emphasizing the importance of winning over individual accolades. As the Pelicans prepare for their season opener, Murphy III is set on proving his value both offensively and defensively in Jamahl Mosley's first season as head coach.
- •Murphy III recorded career-highs in points, rebounds, and assists last season.
- •He feels confident after shoulder surgery, ready to avoid past limitations.
- •The Pelicans are focused on Murphy III as a central part of their future.
- •Winning games is Murphy III's priority over personal accomplishments.
- •Murphy III aims to enhance his two-way player status this season.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — Trey Murphy III no longer ‘apprehensive’ about post-surgery All-Star potential
"Shooting touch, offensive versatility, and elite athleticism have never been a question for Trey Murphy III. Staying healthy long enough to put everything together, however, has been a different challenge for the New Orleans Pelicans . Now, with a surgically repaired shoulder finally feeling like an afterthought rather than an obstacle, the […] The post Trey Murphy III no longer ‘apprehensive’ about post-surgery All-Star potential appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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