Kris Murray News, Rumors, Updates - Portland Trail Blazers

Golden State takes on conference rival Portland

Golden State takes on Portland in a matchup of Western Conference teams

6 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Diagnosed with lumbar strain Murray has been diagnosed with a lumbar strain in his lower back and he's currently without an official timetable to return.

Impact Murray will miss his third consecutive game Sunday with a lumbar strain, and with no firm return date, it seems unlikely he'll play at all during Week 13. Until we receive a positive update on Murray's rehab process, he should be considered week-to-week.

17 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Murray (back) is out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Murray will miss a third straight game since he's dealing with a lumbar strain, but his absence won't cause a lot of issues in most fantasy formats. His next chance to play will come against the Warriors on Tuesday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

New York faces Portland on 3-game road skid

New York will aim to stop its three-game road slide when the Knicks face Portland

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Won't play vs. Houston Murray (back) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Murray is in line for a second straight absence due to back soreness. He'll have another chance to return Sunday against the Knicks.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Portland takes on Houston following Avdija's 41-point game

Portland hosts the Houston Rockets after Deni Avdija scored 41 points in the Portland Trail Blazers' 103-102 win against the Houston Rockets

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Won't play Wednesday Murray (back) will not play Wednesday against the Rockets.

Impact Murray was previously listed as doubtful, so this is an expected update. With Jerami Grant (Achilles) out as well, the Trail Blazers could give utility man Sidy Cissoko some extra minutes against Houston.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Wednesday Murray (back) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Murray is unlikely to suit up Wednesday due to lower back soreness. In the likely event that the 25-year-old forward joins Jerami Grant (Achilles) on the sidelines, Sidy Cissoko is expected to step into the starting five.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hanging on to starting role Murray finished with 10 points (3-8 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals in 27 minutes during Monday's 137-117 win over Utah.

Impact Murray has started three consecutive games and eight of his last nine appearances amid the ongoing absence of Jerami Grant (Achilles). During that latter period, Murray has struggled to muster much fantasy relevance with averages of 7.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.3 steals in 28.6 minutes per game.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Avdija scores 33 in latest outburst as Trail Blazers blow out Jazz, 137-117

Deni Avdija had 33 points, nine assists and eight rebounds in three quarters, falling just short of his second consecutive triple-double, and the Portland Trail Blazers routed the...

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Trail Blazers draft pick is sliding into bust status in 2026 Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray isn't returning enough value as a former first-round pick in 2023.

JANUARY 3 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Back in starting lineup Murray is in Portland's starting lineup against New Orleans on Friday.

Impact Murray came off the bench during Wednesday's loss to the Thunder but will return to the Trail Blazers' starting lineup Friday while Sidy Cissoko reverts to a bench role. Murray has started in eight games this season, and as a starter he is averaging 7.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.1 steals over 30.1 minutes per game.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers have a tough Kris Murray-Sidy Cissoko decision they can no longer ignore Due to their overlapping skill sets, the Portland Trail Blazers must pick between keeping Kris Murray and Sidy Cissoko.

JANUARY 1 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Won't start Wednesday Murray won't start against the Thunder on Wednesday.

Impact The 25-year-old forward had started each of his last five appearances before missing Monday's win over Dallas due to a right quadriceps contusion, though he'll slide to the second unit in favor of Sidy Cissoko on Wednesday. In 22 games off the bench this season, Murray has averaged 5.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 steals in 24.1 minutes per game.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Murray (quadriceps) is available for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Murray missed Monday's win over Dallas due to a right quadriceps contusion but will shed his questionable tag and suit up Wednesday. With Jerami Grant (Achilles) sidelined, Murray has started each of his last five appearances, during which he has averaged 7.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 30.4 minutes per tilt.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to face Oklahoma City Murray (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Murray is in danger of missing a second straight game due to a right quadriceps contusion. If the 25-year-old forward joins Jerami Grant (Achilles) on the sidelines once again, Sidy Cissoko and Rayan Rupert are candidates for increased minutes. Murray has started each of his last five appearances, during which he has averaged 7.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 30.4 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Avdija and the Trail Blazers visit conference foe Oklahoma City

Portland faces Oklahoma City for a Western Conference matchup Wednesday

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Listed out Monday Murray (quadriceps) is out for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Murray will miss his first action since Dec. 3 after picking up a right quad contusion. Rayan Rupert and Sidy Cissoko could see a few additional minutes with Murray sidelined.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Monday Murray is questionable for Monday's game against Dallas with a right quad contusion.

Impact Murray is at risk of sitting out the second part of Portland's back-to-back. Sidy Cissoko and Caleb Love would both have a clearer path to minutes in the case of Murray being out of action Monday.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Green light to play Friday Murray (neck) is available for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Murray was initially deemed questionable for Friday's game due to a neck injury, but he has been cleared to play after going through morning shootaround and pregame warmups. He has started in each of the Trail Blazers' last three games, averaging 9.0 points and 4.0 rebounds across 30.7 minutes over that span.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Friday Murray (neck) is probable for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Impact A neck injury shouldn't prevent Murray from playing Friday. He's started three consecutive games amid the absence of Jerami Grant (Achilles), logging at least 28 minutes in each contest.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Murray is questionable for Friday's game against the Celtics due to neck soreness.

Impact Murray has started the past three games and will likely get the nod again Friday if available since Jerami Grant (Achilles) is still sidelined. In six starts, Murray is averaging 8.3 points and 5.2 rebounds in 30.2 minutes.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

To start Saturday Murray is part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Sacramento, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Murray will make his fourth start of the campaign, filling in for the absent Jerami Grant (Achilles). As a starter, Murray is averaging 7.7 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 29.7 minutes.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Murray will return to the bench for Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Donovan Clingan is back and starting, so Murray will shift to the second unit. As a reserve this season, Murray has recorded averages of 5.2 points and 3.7 rebounds per game.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joining starting five Murray is starting Thursday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Murray will step into the starting five on a night that Portland is short handed in the frontcourt. Donovan Clingan (lower leg), Robert Williams (illness) and Yang Hansen (face) are all sidelined, opening up opportunities for both Murray and Duop Reath.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Golden State takes on conference rival Portland

New York faces Portland on 3-game road skid

Portland takes on Houston following Avdija's 41-point game

Avdija scores 33 in latest outburst as Trail Blazers blow out Jazz, 137-117

Avdija and the Trail Blazers visit conference foe Oklahoma City