Pelicans' Trey Murphy III Out for Season

The Miami Heat and Detroit Pistons are set to face off for their final regular season matchup, with both teams having won one game each on their home courts previously this season. The Heat, who have been struggling with an eight-game losing streak, are looking to refocus and overcome their current challenges. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Pelicans have been hit hard by injuries, with Trey Murphy III suffering a season-ending torn labrum and rotator cuff tear. Murphy's injury occurred during a game against the Pistons, where he and Ausar Thompson collided, further exacerbating a difficult season for the Pelicans, who have faced a series of injuries to key players. Murphy, who was having a career-best season, will miss the rest of the 2024-25 NBA season. This adds to the Pelicans' woes, as they have been plagued by injuries since Zion Williamson's arrival, impacting their performance significantly.