A diminutive guard at 5 feet 9 inches ( 175 cm ) , Murphy was known for his quickness and defensive ability .
In his first season , Murphy was nominated to the NBA All - Rookie team .
A diminutive guard at 5 feet 9 inches ( 175 cm ) , Murphy was known for Murphy 's quickness and defensive ability .
In his first season , Murphy was nominated to the NBA All - Rookie team .