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The New Orleans Pelicans will be without one of their top scorers on Thursday night, as Trey Murphy has been ruled out for the road matchup against the Detroit Pistons because of an ankle injury.
With Murphy out, this matchup becomes more difficult for the Pelicans despite facing an injured Pistons team.
TWSN Quick Answers
Trey Murphy is out for Thursday’s game against the Pistons.
The update lists the issue as an ankle injury.
The Pelicans play the Detroit Pistons on Thursday, March 26, 2026. This game context comes from the same day’s Pelicans-Pistons schedule and injury reporting.
TWSN Key Facts
Team: New Orleans Pelicans
Player: Trey Murphy
Opponent: Detroit Pistons
Status: Out
What Is Trey Murphy’s Status Against Pistons?Â
Murphy has officially been ruled out for Thursday’s game as he is dealing with an ankle injury. New Orleans will go into the Pistons matchup knowing one of its most important wings will not be available.
Trey Murphy III (ankle) ruled out Thursday.
— Underdog NBA (@UnderdogNBA) March 26, 2026
What It Means for the Pelicans
Murphy’s absence matters because he has been a major offensive piece for New Orleans. Losing a starting-caliber wing with scoring and spacing ability forces the Pelicans to lean harder on the rest of their perimeter rotation.
It also puts even more focus on the rest of the Pelicans’ injury report and depth options for Thursday night in Detroit. Since Murphy is already confirmed out, New Orleans will need other players to absorb those minutes and possessions.
The bigger question now is whether this is just a short-term absence or something that lingers beyond Thursday. With the Pelicans’ season over, it makes sense for New Orleans to monitor Murphy’s health instead of pushing him toward further injury.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Trey Murphy play against the Pistons?
No. Murphy has been ruled out for Thursday’s game against Detroit.
What injury does Trey Murphy have?
He is out with an ankle injury.
Who do the Pelicans play on Thursday?
New Orleans plays the Detroit Pistons on March 26, 2026.
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