Trey Murphy Explodes for Career-High 42 Points in Pelicans' Win

Trey Murphy delivered a career-high performance for the New Orleans Pelicans, amassing 42 points (14-26 FG, 6-17 3Pt, 8-9 FT), five rebounds, and three assists across 39 minutes in Tuesday's 111-103 win over the Lakers. The 25-year-old swingman took a season-high in shot attempts and knocked down at least six triples for the second consecutive game and third time this season. Murphy has been on a scoring tear, recording 21 or more points in four of his last five outings, averaging 25.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists over 37.2 minutes per game during that stretch.