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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.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 6 • 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

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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

Good to go Murray (hip) is available for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Murray will return from a one-game absence due to a bruised left hip. In 20 appearances this season, Murray is averaging 5.9 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals across 24.7 minutes.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Murray (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Murray didn't play Wednesday night against the Cavaliers and is iffy for Friday night as well. Murray is averaging 5.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 steals over 24.8 minutes this season, and if he is unable to play, Caleb Love could see an uptick in minutes.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Murray (hip) won't play Wednesday against the Cavs.

Impact With Murray unavailable Wednesday night, Caleb Love and Rayan Rupert could see an uptick in minutes. For now, Murray should be considered questionable for Friday's game in Detroit.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Murray is questionable for Wednesday's game against Cleveland due to a left hip contusion.

Impact It's the second night of a back-to-back for the Trail Blazers, so they could exercise caution with Murray. with several Portland players on the injury report, it's possible Caleb Love will be thrust into a significant role against the Cavaliers.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sliding to second unit Murray won't start Tuesday against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact With Donovan Clingan (illness) back in action, Murray will retreat to the second unit after getting the spot start in Sunday's loss to Oklahoma City. Over his last five appearances off the bench, the 25-year-old forward has averaged 6.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.4 steals across 27.0 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting lineup Murray will start Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Murray will make his second start of the season as the team elects to roll out a small lineup with Donovan Clingan (illness) sidelined. In his previous start, Murray logged three points and four rebounds in 25 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kris Murray offers Blazers something they haven't had since Josh Hart Kris Murray's Year 3 improvement is providing the Portland Trail Blazers with something they haven't had at the wing position since Josh Har...

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Season-high 35 minutes Murray produced nine points (4-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 122-121 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Murray logged a season-high 35 minutes, continuing to play a sizeable role for the injured Trail Blazers. After starting the previous game, he shifted to the bench but was able to contribute across all the major categories. Despite the opportunity, Murray simply doesn't have enough upside to warrant fantasy attention outside of deeper formats.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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