NBA Market Share Report: Dejounte Murray Takes Charge in San Antonio
Changing of the Guard
We knew it wouldn’t last long, and after just seven games since being inserted as the starting point guard in San Antonio, Dejounte Murray has seen a salary bump -- first tipping past the $5,000 mark, and then up to $6,300 the past two games.
Since sliding into the starting lineup, Murray is averaging 10 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 32 FanDuel points per game, as he continues to demonstrate his versatility as a fantasy contributor. In a game last Tuesday against the Nuggets, Murray went so far as to not make a single bucket, yet still finish with 30 FanDuel points thanks to 13 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 blocks.
“I am willing to do whatever to win,” Murray said after the game. “Just trying to lead the team as the point guard.”
Beautiful. As is Murray as a secondary backcourt option on most nights.
Although relying on his scoring isn’t necessarily a wise decision, it does provide some upside considering Murray’s so strong in other categories that when he does get going offensively, you’re sure to have strong fantasy-producing reinforcements.
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