One of the most overlooked moves that occurred during the NBA offseason was the New Orleans Pelicans trading for Dejounte Murray. In a trade that saw the team move four players and two future first-round picks,

Here, they are allowing me to play my real position. Playing point guard. Keeping everything organized. And making dudes better. And doing what I do best.” Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Oleh Kosel: Willie Green said that Dejounte Murray remains away from the team for a family emergency but is hopeful he’ll be available for the Pelicans season opener against the Bulls on Wednesday.

Sure, the Point Zion Experiment was fine for stretches during the regular season, but the tactic hit a proverbial ceiling. EVP David Griffin and head coach Willie Green believe Murray will do more than just raise the postseason floor as the team's new table setter.