The New Orleans Pelicans secured a thrilling victory over the Chicago Bulls in their season opener, but the celebration may be short-lived. Star player Dejounte Murray is feared to have suffered a fractured left hand during the game. Murray played a significant role in the win, recording a double-double with 14 points, 10 assists, and eight rebounds in nearly 30 minutes of play.
The injury occurred during a 3-point attempt when Murray was fouled by Zach LaVine. Despite appearing to grab his left hand in pain, Murray continued playing and made two free throws before being subbed out of the game in the final minute of the fourth quarter. The extent of the injury and the timeline for Murray’s recovery are currently unclear.
Murray was a key acquisition for the Pelicans in a trade with the Hawks, with high expectations for him to strengthen the team’s backcourt. Last season, he averaged a career-best 22.5 points with the Hawks. The news of his potential injury comes as a blow to the Pelicans, who were hoping to build on the momentum of their opening night win.
The Pelicans will now anxiously await further updates on Murray’s condition and the impact his potential absence could have on the team’s performance in the upcoming games. Despite the setback, the team remains optimistic about their prospects for the season ahead.
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