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Ends college basketball career Murphy has chosen not to play basketball now, college basketball reporter Matt Adkins reports.

Impact Murphy transferred to Stephen F. Austin but did not participate in any of the team's games during its 2021-22 campaign. Before transferring from Kansas State, he averaged 4.8 points and 3.4 rebounds across two seasons.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Here's what Montavious Murphy's transfer out means for K-State basketball next season No members of Kansas State’s 2019 recruiting class remain with the team following the departure of Montavious Murphy.

JULY 13, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM

Kansas State's Montavious Murphy Kansas State is easing Montavious Murphy back into playing shape.

APRIL 28, 2021 • THEMERCURY.COM

Season likely over Head coach Bruce Webber said Friday that Murphy will undergo a procedure on his knee next week and is unlikely to return this season, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact It's unclear what type of knee surgery Murphy is actually getting but his recovery time is expected to be around six weeks. Realistically he could have a chance to return this season but the team likely won't rush him back into action if they don't feel comfortable. Murphy has averaged 2.8 points and 1.8 rebounds in 12.5 minutes this season and will cede a majority of those minutes tohref="https://www.rotowire.com/cbasketball/player.php?id=16554">Carlton Linguard.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Considering knee surgery Head coach Bruce Weber said Tuesday that Murphy is contemplating knee surgery, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Murphy didn't travel with the team for Tuesday's game against Texas Tech due to his knee injury. The extent of the injury is unknown, so it's unclear how much time Murphy could miss if he chooses surgery. Kansas State's frontcourt is still banged up, as Kaosi Ezeagu (knee) is out until the end of the month, and Antonio Gordon will remain out until Jan. 13 due to COVID-19 protocols. Meanwhile, Davion Bradford has filled in adequately, averaging 9.1 points and 5.1 rebounds over 23.0 minutes per game since his role increased.

JANUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs seven minutes Saturday Murphy (undisclosed) recorded one rebound in seven minutes of action Saturday against TCU. He did not attempt a field goal nor a free throw in the game.

Impact Murphy missed the last several games with an undisclosed injury but was able to suit up Saturday and provide some depth off the bench as the Wildcats were missing a few of their normal contributors in the frontcourt. Murphy will likely continue to serve a depth role moving forward unless the team suffers more injuries.

JANUARY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Murphy (undisclosed) is warming up ahead of Saturday's game against TCU, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Murphy has missed the last several games due to an undisclosed injury, but it appears as though he'll be able to return to the court Saturday. Assuming he's active, he could step into the starting five with Antonio Gordon out due to COVID-19 contact tracing.

JANUARY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Tuesday Murphy (undisclosed) is unlikely to play in Tuesday's game against Omaha, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Murphy has only played in three games this season due to an undisclosed injury. It sounds like he is close to a return, but with a non-conference on tap coach Bruce Weber will give him another game to rest. He should have a better chance to suit up on Saturday against TCU.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Could return before Christmas Head coach Bruce Weber said Thursday that Murphy (undisclosed) could return "in a week or so," Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Murphy has missed the past four games due to an undisclosed injury. Weber's comments likely indicate the sophomore won't play Saturday against Baylor, but he's progressing in his recovery and will push to make an appearance in Monday's game against Jacksonville. In three games this season, Murphy is averaging 3.7 points and 2.0 rebounds over 14.3 minutes.

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Tuesday Murphy (undisclosed) is unlikely to play in Tuesday's game against Iowa State, John Kurtz of KMAN reports.

Impact Murphy is dealing with an undisclosed issue that has kept him out of every game since the opener. If Murphy is unable to suit up again, his next chance to return would be Saturday against Baylor. The 6-9 sophomore was expected to challenge for a starting spot this season.

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

No timetable to return Coach Bruce Weber said Friday that Murphy (undisclosed) has no timetable for his return, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Murphy has missed the last three games with an unspecified injury, and he still has no timetable to return to the court. Once he's healthy, he should take on a depth role for the Wildcats once again.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Murphy isn't in the starting five Friday against Colorado, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Murphy started Wednesday's season opener, but he was held scoreless in the loss to Drake. Antonio Gordon will start in his place Friday while Murphy retreats to the bench.

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

In starting lineup Wednesday Murphy (knee) will start in Wednesday's season opener against Drake, Ryan Black of The Manhattan Mercury reports.

Impact Murphy had his freshman campaign cut short due to a knee injury, but he is fully healthy this season. Murphy figures to have a sizable role in an offense full of inexperienced players.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • Associated Press