‘Mr. Get Him Out of Toronto’ – Collin Murray-Boyles Earns Harsh Nicknames From Raptors Fans

Collin Murray-Boyles seems to have fans convinced that he didn’t want to play in Toronto ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft. So, when the Raptors selected him ninth overall, fans on the internet were buzzing, mostly mocking the former South Carolina Gamecocks guard.

Adding fuel to the fire was a seemingly innocent question put by the Raptors’ social media team on X:

“What we callin’ Collin Murray-Boyles? Drop a nickname.”

What we callin’ Collin Murray-Boyles?
Drop a nickname.👇

— Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) June 26, 2025

Fans poured in their hilarious suggestions, but it seemed more like an outrage thrown towards Murray-Boyles.

“Hopefully a taxi outta town,” wrote @DEAADSEAA.

“By his reaction during the draft announcement: ‘bye bye’,” added @RodCronin.

“Trade Bait,” said Jeff Ferrara.

“Hostage #1,” quipped @CBKunchained.

“Mr. Get him out of Toronto,” wrote @81_sportsfan, summing up the sentiment.

One fan set the record straight about the uproar, saying:

“So many people on here are so filled up with their own negativity, that for them, its impossible that CMB actually had a positive reaction. I can’t be sure that he was expressing relief like he explained, but if he doesn’t ask to be traded, then obviously he’s being honest.”

Collin Murray‑Boyles Opens Up After Viral Draft Night Reaction

When Commissioner Adam Silver announced his name, Collin Murray‑Boyles stood, buttoned his jacket, shook his head, and allegedly uttered “F‑‑‑.” Cameras captured this reaction, leading to negative comments by Toronto fans.

In a sit-down with NBA TV, Murray‑Boyles clarified the context behind his reaction.

“That was a surreal feeling, for sure. I mean, just right now, I’m still in disbelief,” Murray-Boyles said. “I don’t know, a lot’s going through my mind, but just really, really, really excited for the future.”

“Just disbelief,” he added. “What I said was not a bad thing by any means. I’m just very thankful for it. That was a surreal moment to hear my name called by this organization that has a good history and have really good players right now. It was a crazy moment. Obviously thankful for the opportunity that they’re giving me. And taking it full on and ready to do whatever it takes and whatever they need me to do.”

The surprise reaction from Collin Murray-Boyles might be because he might not be expecting the Raptors to draft him. Raptors GM Bobby Webster also confirmed they didn’t let it be known that they were going to draft him until the moment arrived.

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