Kenneth “Trey” Murphy III, born on June 18, 2000, is a talented American basketball player for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. He began his collegiate career with the Rice Owls before transferring to the Virginia Cavaliers, where he achieved remarkable success. Notably, Murphy became the most recent Men’s NCAA player to record a 50–40–90 season, finishing the 2020–21 season with an impressive shooting line of 50% from the field, 43% from three-point range, and 93% from the free-throw line. Known for his versatility, athleticism, and shooting prowess, Murphy is a rising star with significant potential in professional basketball.
Full Name: Kenneth Murphy III
Nickname: Trey
Date of Birth: June 18, 2000
Age: 24 years old
Place of Birth: Durham, North Carolina, U.S.
Height: 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m)
Weight: 206 lb (93 kg)
High School: Cary Academy, Cary, North Carolina
College: Rice University (2018–2020), University of Virginia (2020–2021)
Draft Status: Selected in the 1st round, 17th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies
Season | Games (G) | Points per Game (PTS) | Field Goal Percentage (FG%) |
---|---|---|---|
2021-22 | 62 | 5.4 | 39.4% |
2022-23 | 79 | 14.5 | 48.4% |
2023-24 | 57 | 14.8 | 44.3% |
Career | 198 | 9.4 | 45.4% |
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