What draft pick was Keegan Murray?

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What draft pick was Keegan Murray?
Keegan Murray

Keegan Murray is an American professional basketball player who plays as a power forward for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. Murray started 78 games for the Kings in his rookie season, and averaged 12.2 points per game. His 3-point shooting skills and defensive IQ helped the Kings advance to the playoffs for the first time in 16 years.

Before the NBA, Murray played two seasons of college ball for University of Iowa, where he averaged 23.5 points as a sophomore. He was named on the First-team All-Big Ten in 2022 and also won the Karl Malone Award in his second college season. In 66 games in college, Murray averaged 15.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.6 blocks, 1.1 steals and 1.0 assists per game.

What draft pick was Keegan Murray?
Keegan Murray

Keegan Murray Draft

Keegan Murray was picked fourth overall in the 2022 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. Murray started 78 out of 80 games in his rookie season and averaged an impressive 12.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game. He shot 45.3% from the field, including 41.1% from deep.

In his second NBA season, Murray put up his career-high 47 points in a single game, including 12 3-pointers. He became the youngest player at 23 years and 119 days to make atleast 12 3-point field goals in a game, surpassing the record set by the late Kobe Bryant.

Keegan Murray Position

Keegan Murray can play both small forward and power forward in the NBA. He is known for his extraordinary three-point shooting skills and defensive IQ. He shot an impressive 41.1% from deep in his rookie season. Murray played a vital role in helping the Sacramento Kings reach the playoffs of the 2022-23 NBA season, the team’s first playoff appearance since 2006. He was named on the All-Rookie First Team in 2023.

FAQ's on Keegan Murray Draft pick

A. Keegan Murray plays as a small forward / power forward for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA.

A. Keegan Murray is averaging 2.5 3-point field goals made per game as of January 2024.

A. Keegan Murray weighs 215 lbs (97 kg).

A. Keegan Murray is on a four-year deal worth $36.3 million with the Sacramento Kings. He will earn a base salary of $8.4 million for the 2023/24 season.

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