According to a report from Yahoo Sports, the Boston Celtics have learned the asking price for New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III. The 24-year-old sharpshooter has emerged as a potential trade target for Boston as they look to bolster their perimeter shooting and wing depth.
Murphy III, who averaged 14.8 points per game last season while shooting 38.2% from three-point range, is entering the third year of his four-year rookie contract. The Pelicans would likely seek significant draft capital and young players in return for the 6-foot-8 forward, who has developed into one of the league's most reliable catch-and-shoot threats.
Trade discussions between the two franchises remain preliminary, with no deal imminent. The Celtics, coming off an NBA championship, are exploring ways to strengthen their roster while navigating the league's new collective bargaining agreement constraints.
