If he is only a rookie of only 21 years, Trey Murphy shows since the beginning of the preseason that he is not afraid of anything. Especially no 3-point shot, since he finished 6/10 (for 21 points) then 6/9 (for 20 points) behind the arc, during his first two “unofficial” meetings with the Pelicans.
Selected in 17th position in the last Draft, Trey Murphy had already made a name for himself thanks to his quality of shooting in NCAA, on the side of Rice then Virginia (40% success at 3-points over his three university years). For the moment, he has no difficulty in confirming his dispositions in the field, “among the big boys”.
« I can shoot very well “, He believes, in the columns of NOLA.com. ” I will continue to do so. [Mes tirs] will go into it and I will remain confident. This is the most important for me. »
It is certainly “only” preseason, but young Trey Murphy proves he has the mentality of the shooters. One that will never prevent them from trying their luck, no matter how successful they are.
« Honestly, I could be 0/20 on the shots that I would still take the next shot “, Warns the one who shone during the last Summer League. ” Even if it’s always better to take in your shots, of course … »
A rookie who overflows with self-confidence
Very interesting since the start of the “training camp”, and more widely since his Draft, Trey Murphy has logically caught the eye of his coach, Willie Green, seduced by the confidence and assurance available to his slender rookie, called to evolve to winger or winger positions in the NBA.
« It’s fun, and I’m especially proud that he reacts well when I say something to him “Says the new New Orleans coach. ” It opens up prospects for him. He was a little hesitant in his early days, but then adjusted and scored his shots. We want our players to take their chance as soon as they are open, that is going to be essential for us. »
In a Pelicans team under construction, Trey Murphy could therefore take the opportunity to stand out and gain his minutes thanks to his outside shot. Because, to surround as best as possible Brandon Ingram and, above all, Zion Williamson, the franchise of New Orleans will have to ensure to associate them with reliable and spontaneous shooters, who do not necessarily need to carry the ball to express themselves. .
And like Devonte ‘Graham, one of New Orleans’ other summer rookies, the profile of the 17th pick of the 2021 Draft meets precisely these criteria.
« I can make it easier for her He replies when asked about his association with Zion Williamson. ” I’ll just try to rule the game out and put the ball in the basket. If i can a lot [attirer les défenses], that will inevitably help the team. And, in the end, I just want to help the team as much as possible. »
But, if he continues his momentum, the very hardworking Trey Murphy should nevertheless be more watched by the opposing defenses. ” I think my ‘scouting report’ will be a little different from what I expected, in the first game of the season, and I’ll have to prepare for it », Finally concedes the rookie.
