Raptors assure fans Collin Murray-Boyles is happy after NSFW draft reaction
Don't worry, Toronto Raptors fans. Your first-round 2025 NBA Draft pick was all smiles after being selected by the franchise.
The ESPN broadcast caught new Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles shaking his head and dropping an f-bomb after he learned the news of his new franchise, which led to speculation he might not be thrilled with his landing spot.
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Well, the Raptors social media account shared a smiling Murray-Boyles with his Raptors hat after the pick with the perfectly reassuring caption: "See guys, he's happy!!"
The reaction probably was Murray-Boyles in disbelief at what a huge moment he was in for his career, but Toronto went ahead and got ahead of the speculation with this post.
Good thinking, Raptors social team!
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Raptors assure fans Collin Murray-Boyles is happy after NSFW draft reaction
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