New Orleans Pelicans DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

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.

Toronto Raptors forward Bruce Brown will shift to the second unit ahead of Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Brown had started the last four games with RJ Barrett (knee) sidelined. During that time, Brown averaged 11.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.8 steals, and 1.5 blocks in 33.3 minutes per game. Barrett is healthy again so Brown will move back to the bench where his fantasy value will take a hit.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Toronto Raptors. The superstar forward did the game-winner during Friday's game. Sadly, Williamson continues dealing with a left foot issue that has forced him to miss three of the last six games. If Williamson sits, Naji Marshall and Trey Murphy III should be asked to help pick up the slack. Between the two, Murphy is the better streaming choice with additional playing time.

According to Yahoo's Jake Fischer, speaking to Marc Stein on his podcast, the Jazz made an offer for Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray. The former Spur has been a topic of trade rumblings, and the rumors continue to intensify heading to the deadline. Of course, the Lakers are another team that has expressed interest in acquiring the 27-year-old. However, it appears there's a chance he won't be on the Hawks' roster after the trade deadline. Murray has averaged a career-high 21.5 points with 5.2 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.3 steals this season. That said, he'll remain a productive fantasy option wherever he ends up moving ahead.