Dejounte Murray completely changed the tone for the Pelicans’ second half

Jan 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (5) is announced to the crowd against the Utah Jazz during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn ImagesThe New Orleans Pelicans have at times lacked a strong, consistent leadership voice this season, but the return of Dejounte Murray changes that. In his first game back, the veteran guard finished with 13 points, two rebounds, three assists, and one steal, including a clutch layup that helped seal the Pelicans’ 113–109 win over the Warriors. Yet it was what he said on social media afterward that signaled a shift for the remainder of the Pelicans' season.

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