Career Timeline of Trey Murphy III: Major Achievements and Milestones

Updated: March 25, 2026

Discover the career path of Trey Murphy III, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Kenneth "Trey" Murphy III is a professional basketball player currently playing for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. He played college basketball for both Rice Owls and Virginia Cavaliers. In his 2020-21 season with Virginia, he accomplished the rare feat of achieving a 50–40–90 season, shooting 50% from the field, 43% from three-point range, and 93% from the free-throw line.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

October 4, 2017: Murphy Commits to Rice

On October 4, 2017, Trey Murphy committed to play college basketball for Rice University, following a successful high school career at Cary Academy.

January 26, 2019: Career High vs. UAB

On January 26, 2019, Trey Murphy scored a career-high 24 points and made five 3-pointers while going 6-of-6 from the free-throw line against UAB.

March 2019: First Start vs. Charlotte

In March 2019, during his freshman year, Trey Murphy started his first game for Rice against Charlotte.

March 30, 2020: Enters Transfer Portal

On March 30, 2020, Trey Murphy entered the transfer portal, signaling his intent to leave Rice University.

April 14, 2020: Transfers to Virginia

On April 14, 2020, Trey Murphy transferred to the University of Virginia, aided by friend Justin McKoy's recruitment efforts.

December 2020: First Start for Virginia

In late December 2020, Trey Murphy made his first start for Virginia against William & Mary and remained a starter for the rest of the season.

June 21, 2021: Declares for NBA Draft

On June 21, 2021, Trey Murphy announced he was forgoing his remaining college eligibility and signed with an agent, officially declaring for the 2021 NBA draft.

August 10, 2021: Signs Rookie Contract

On August 10, 2021, Trey Murphy signed his rookie scale contract with the New Orleans Pelicans after being traded by the Memphis Grizzlies.

February 5, 2023: Season-High 30 Points

On February 5, 2023, Trey Murphy scored a then season-high 30 points in a win over the Sacramento Kings.

February 2023: Slam Dunk Contest Participant

In February 2023, Trey Murphy participated in the Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah, finishing as the runner-up.

January 4, 2026: Pelicans All-Time Leader

On January 4, 2026, Trey Murphy made his 693rd career three-pointer and surpassed CJ McCollum to become the all-time leader in three-pointers made in Pelicans franchise history during a game against the Miami Heat.