Toronto Raptors fans will be disappointed as rookie Collin Murray-Boyles will not play in the season opener. The ninth overall pick in June’s draft is sidelined due to a right forearm muscle strain. The Raptors will face the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday, and the game is set to begin at 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT, with live coverage on El-Balad.
Details on Murray-Boyles’ Injury
Murray-Boyles is also recovering from an elbow injury that caused him to miss the pre-season finale. The talented 20-year-old forward is a product of South Carolina. During the pre-season, he averaged 6.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.7 assists over three games.
Pre-Season Performance
In a notable performance against the Sacramento Kings on October 8, Murray-Boyles made significant contributions:
- 12 points
- 7 rebounds
- 6 assists
- 2 blocks
Walter’s Participation
Walter, selected 19th overall in the 2024 draft, will be more involved this season. He played 52 games during his rookie year, averaging 8.6 points. Walter is expected to compete for a bench role alongside Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji.
As the Raptors prepare for their opening game against the Hawks, the absence of Murray-Boyles presents a challenging adjustment for the team. Fans will have to wait to see how the promising rookie integrates into the lineup once he recovers from his injury.
