Collin Murray-Boyles is the reigning sophmore atop a pretty strong 2025 NBA draft class. Just how good is he? Pic credits: Imagn
Star freshmen tend to dot the top of most draft classes. That’s the case for the 2025 NBA Draft — Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey, Dylan Harper, and others. This class doesn’t feature many great returning prospects, at least not ones worthy of a lottery or top-10 pick.
Collin Murray-Boyles is the exception. After a strong freshman season at South Carolina, he frequents the lottery on many boards and mock drafts. Early in his sophomore year, Murray-Boyles established himself as one of the most dominant players in college basketball. The 6-foot-7 big man creates and scores efficiently, passes and defends at a high level.
Collin Murray-Boyles scouting report: South Carolina prospect shines against Clemson
South Carolina’s overtime win against Clemson exemplified Murray-Boyles's destructiveness. He tallied 22 points (6 of 10), nine rebounds, three assists, one turnover, four blocks and one steal. Beyond the steal and block numbers, Murray-Boyles controlled this game on defense, especially down the stretch.
