Toronto Raptors' Collin Murray-Boyles Shines in Playoff Debut

Rookie forward steps up with 14 points off the bench in Game 1 loss

Apr. 19, 2026 at 10:10pm

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An extreme close-up of a basketball player driving to the hoop, with vibrant neon colors and rapid expressionist brushstrokes capturing the raw athletic motion and energy, the player's face and jersey details dissolving into unrecognizable splatters.The Raptors' young forward Collin Murray-Boyles brings a burst of energy and scoring punch off the bench in his first career playoff game.Columbia Today

Collin Murray-Boyles, the 20-year-old rookie forward for the Toronto Raptors, made an impact in his first career playoff game, scoring 14 points on 7-of-8 shooting in 20 minutes off the bench during the team's 126-113 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Why it matters

Murray-Boyles' strong performance provides a glimpse of his potential and could earn him more playing time if Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. The Raptors will need contributions from their young players to have a chance of upsetting the Cavaliers in the series.

The details

Murray-Boyles led the Raptors' reserve unit in scoring, converting 7-of-8 field goals. If Quickley is unable to play in Game 2, Murray-Boyles could see an expanded role and more scoring opportunities to help the Raptors even the series.

  • Murray-Boyles posted 14 points, four rebounds and four assists across 20 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1.
  • If Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) remains sidelined for Game 2 on Monday, Murray-Boyles should continue to see additional action.

The players

Collin Murray-Boyles

A 20-year-old rookie forward for the Toronto Raptors who had a strong playoff debut, scoring 14 points on 7-of-8 shooting in 20 minutes off the bench.

Immanuel Quickley

A Raptors guard who is dealing with a hamstring injury and could miss Game 2, potentially leading to more playing time for Murray-Boyles.

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What they’re saying

“If Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) remains sidelined for Game 2 Monday, Murray-Boyles should continue to see additional action while potentially receiving more opportunities on the scoring end.”

— Daniel Lewis, Author

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