Kris Murray News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Headed to bench Murray won't start Wednesday's game against Utah.

Impact Jaylen Wells will return to the starting five in Memphis' regular-season opener, pushing Murray to the second unit. He's expected to provide frontcourt depth for the Grizzlies and isn't guaranteed to see the floor Wednesday.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Murray is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Murray will enter the starting unit for the preseason finale. The No. 23 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft isn't expected to have a major role in his first campaign with the Grizzlies in 2026-27, so he'll likely be a bench option in the regular season.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Unpacking whether the Lakers should sign Kris Murray if he's cut by Grizzlies The Los Angeles Lakers still haven't finalized their roster. LA still needs to trim its list of players on standard deals from 16 to 15 befo...

OCTOBER 6 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Blazers open training camp after a turbulent summer. Damian Lillard provides a steadying influence

The Portland Trail Blazers opened training camp with more than the usual turbulence in the background after a summer that included cuts by the new owner, squabbles over the renovat...

SEPTEMBER 28 • Associated Press

Ja Morant Reacts to Blazers Trade in Viral Social Media Post The Portland Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray earlier in the offseason.

SEPTEMBER 20 • SI.COM

How Jerami Grant will fit on the Memphis Grizzlies The Memphis Grizzlies acquired wing Jerami Grant, along with Kris Murray, in exchange for once-budding superstar Ja Morant. Grant averaged 1...

JULY 3 • SI.COM

Three Players who are on the chopping block after the Ja Morant trade On Monday afternoon, Ja Morant was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jermani Grant and Kris Murray. This move officially closes the G...

JULY 1 • SI.COM

Robert Williams III agrees to a contract extension with the Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III has agreed to a contract extension with the Portland Trail Blazers that will keep him with the team through the 2028-29 season, the team announced on Tuesday

JUNE 30 • Associated Press

Is Santi Aldama the final Memphis Grizzlies old guard trade piece to fall? In the aftermath of the Memphis Grizzlies trading Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, only one member...

JUNE 30 • SI.COM

5 Crucial Questions on Ja Morant's Fit with the Blazers The Portland Trail Blazers are bringing Ja Morant on board after acquiring him in a trade for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. To learn more ab...

JUNE 30 • SI.COM

Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers The Memphis Grizzlies traded two-time All-Star point guard Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, per ESP...

JUNE 29 • SI.COM

Ja Morant is headed to Portland after the Memphis Grizzlies trade the 2-time All-Star

Ja Morant is headed to Portland, after the Trail Blazers and Memphis agreed on a trade Monday that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revi...

JUNE 29 • Associated Press

Trade Grade: Blazers Get Ja Morant From Grizzlies in Blockbuster The Portland Trail Blazers are making a stunning move by acquiring Ja Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kri...

JUNE 29 • SI.COM

Headed to Memphis The Trail Blazers traded Murray and Jerami Grant to the Grizzlies on Monday in exchange for Ja Morant, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Murray was the No. 23 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, but unlike his brother, Keegan Murray, in Sacramento, Kris has failed to break out at the NBA level. He's been a solid role player for Portland, averaging a career-high 23.4 minutes per game across 57 regular-season appearances (15 starts) last season. However, he posted only 5.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.9 steals a night.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Kris Murray and 2 other young players Trail Blazers should give up on The Portland Trail Blazers should move on from Kris Murray, Blake Wesley, and Caleb Love to help their win-now approach.

JUNE 21 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

It's time to have an uncomfortable conversation about Kris Murray Kris Murray's failed progress on the offensive end puts his future with the Trail Blazers in jeopardy.

JUNE 1 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Plays solid role in third season Murray finished with no counting stats in one minute during Tuesday's 114-95 loss to the Spurs in Game 5 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

Impact While he closed the season in a muted role, Murray was serviceable for Portland overall in 2025-26. The third-year swingman made 15 starts during the regular season, averaging 5.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.9 steals in a career-high 23.4 minutes per tilt covering 57 games. Murray figures to play a similar role for the Trail Blazers next year.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

The Trail Blazers overcome an unusual season to earn their first playoff berth in five years

The Trail Blazers’ season started with their coach’s arrest in an alleged gambling scheme

APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Blazers are running out of reasons to give up on Kris Murray Kris Murray is earning a spot in the Trail Blazers young core, proving he doesn't need shooting to impact winning.

APRIL 3 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

An Important Win, The Race For Eighth, New Ownership And Remix Playoffs On The Brief Case, Ep. 200

APRIL 1 • YOUTUBE

Matches season high in scoring Murray ended with 16 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and five assists across 30 minutes during Monday's 134-99 victory over the Nets.

Impact The absence of Jerami Grant (foot) opened the door to more playing time for Murray, who took advantage of the opportunity by tying a season best in points and setting a season high in dimes. However, Murray is likely to revert back to a lesser role once Grant is healthy, which could drop his minutes back under the 20s.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers draft bust is getting harder for Tiago Splitter to keep trusting Kris Murray's shooting woes are causing him to fall out of Tiago Splitter's rotation.

MARCH 23 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Back-To-Backs, Riding The Bus, Deni Big In Brooklyn, Signing The Camera And A Boost Of Confidence...

MARCH 18 • YOUTUBE

Disappointing Loss In Philly, Blowout In Brooklyn And The Trip Continues On The Brief Case, Ep 197

MARCH 17 • YOUTUBE

Spark off bench in win Murray totaled 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes during Monday's 114-95 victory over the Nets.

Impact After going unused off the bench Sunday, Murray saw extended run Monday and made the most of it, contributing an ultra-efficient 14 points in a winning effort. This marked the Iowa product's second-highest scoring output of the season, with his top mark being a 16-point performance against the Timberwolves on Feb. 24, and his ninth double-digit scoring effort of the campaign. The availability of Vit Krejci (calf) moving forward will likely factor into Murray's role, though Monday's showing bodes well for him to remain in the rotation.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

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The Trail Blazers overcome an unusual season to earn their first playoff berth in five years