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New Orleans Pelicans wing Trey Murphy sustained a right hamstring strain during Wednesday’s practice. An MRI on Thursday confirmed the injury, indicating that Murphy will be reevaluated in approximately three weeks.

This timeline raises concerns about his readiness for the start of the season, as it may affect his preparation and conditioning during training camp.

The timing of the injury is certainly unfortunate for Murphy, who is eligible for a rookie scale extension until Oct. 21, the day before the regular season begins.

A significant setback like this could complicate negotiations for his contract extension, as both the team and Murphy’s camp will need to consider his health and performance on the court before committing to a new deal.

Murphy, who showed promise in his previous season, was expected to play a key role in the Pelicans’ lineup, especially as they aim to improve upon last year’s performance.

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