New Orleans Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (knee) is available to play ahead of Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Murphy will suit up for both legs of the back-to-back set for the first time this season. That is good news for the Pelicans with Zion Williamson (foot) ruled out for this game. That means Murphy should get bumped into the starting five while Naji Marshall (back) will play a larger role off the bench.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. As expected, Williamson will miss the second leg of the back-to-back set after playing 32 minutes on Friday. The assumption is that Williamson will return after this game. In his absence, Trey Murphy III (knee) is expected to move into the starting five. Murphy should be a viable streaming option while Williamson is out.

Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray (back) is questionable for Thursday's game in Philadelphia. Murray missed Wednesday's matchup versus the Boston Celtics because of lower back tightness. But because the 27-year-old was involved in numerous trade rumors over the last few weeks, most believed he wouldn't be on the roster after the deadline. However, he is staying put, although his latest ailment hopefully won't keep him off the floor for an extended period. Nevertheless, until Murray is back in the lineup, Bogdan Bogdanovic and De'Andre Hunter (knee) could see more action, with the former having a better chance of doing something meaningful for fantasy managers.

Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray (back) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. The star guard is listed as questionable earlier in the day due to back tightness. The Hawks have ultimately decided to hold him out of the contest. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect this to be a long-term issue. Bogdan Bogdanovic figures to move into the starting five with Murray sidelined. A move into starting unit should give Bogdanovic a solid boost for Wednesday's game.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (groin) is considered questionable for Monday's meeting with the Raptors. The versatile forward could be unavailable for a third straight game. However, Jones got through a full practice session on Sunday, which points to the fact that he might be ready to return. Trey Murphy III has earned a pair of starts during Jones' absence, although his workload actually hasn't increased, as the 23-year-old has featured heavily off the bench all season. Youngsters Dyson Daniels and Jordan Hawkins will take a hit with Jones' return.