The Toronto Raptors will be without rookie forward Collin Murray-Boyles for their road game against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, March 21, 2026. Head coach Darko Rajakovic confirmed the update pre-game, stating the player is "very close" to returning to the lineup.
Murray-Boyles, the 19th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, has been sidelined with a right ankle sprain. He sustained the injury during a game earlier this month. The team has been cautious with his recovery timeline.
In his debut season, Murray-Boyles has averaged 8.7 points and 4.9 rebounds per game, showing promise as a rotational player. His absence is a setback for the Raptors' frontcourt depth as they face the defending champion Nuggets.
Rajakovic did not provide a specific return date but indicated Murray-Boyles could be available for the team's upcoming homestand next week. The Raptors' next game is Sunday against the Utah Jazz.
