As the NBA trade deadline looms, Dejounte Murray of the Atlanta Hawks has emerged as a prominent figure in trade discussions, particularly with the LA Lakers.
While speculation surrounding Murray’s potential move has been rampant on social media, recent events have taken a surprising turn, with Murray deleting his Twitter account following the leakage of an alleged direct message containing insider information about the Hawks.
The 27-year-old guard’s purported message stirred controversy upon its exposure, prompting widespread discussion among fans.
A post on X revealed details of Murray’s conversation, highlighting the swift timing of his response within a minute of the initial message. Shortly thereafter, Murray opted to deactivate his Twitter account. This action followed his previous removal of all Hawks-related content from his Instagram profile after an altercation with a fan.
Amid these developments, Murray remains a target of interest for the Lakers, as reported by The Athletic’s Jovan Buha. Trade discussions between the Lakers and Hawks have ensued, with D’Angelo Russell being a subject of consideration.
However, the Hawks have expressed disinterest in acquiring Russell, potentially necessitating the involvement of a third team in negotiations.
The recent allegations surrounding Murray have cast a new light on the dynamics within the Hawks’ locker room, leaving much uncertainty about the team’s future trajectory.
In a related incident, Murray’s father, John Murray, engaged in a heated exchange with fans on X before subsequently deleting his post. A screenshot of his remarks suggests underlying tensions between Murray and the Hawks organization, further fueling speculation about the nature of their relationship.
