"Walter was arguably Toronto's most consistent three-point shooter during the regular season. He was the only rotation player to shoot above 40 percent from three. Walter also always brought energy and hustle on defense."
"Collin Murray-Boyles has averaged 17.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists while shooting an NBA-best 72.7 percent from the field in the playoffs. He has done all of that while playing standout defense."
"Starting center Jakob Poeltl has struggled to consistently match Cleveland's bigs in athleticism and physicality. CMB can match just about anybody in those areas."
"Even without Murray-Boyles starting, he is already playing substantially more minutes than Poeltl. He has effectively been Toronto's starting center in this series."
Game 3 against the Cavaliers marked a significant victory for Toronto, highlighting the potential of young talents Ja'Kobe Walter and Collin Murray-Boyles. Walter, the 19th overall pick in 2024, was given a starting role, reflecting the team's confidence in him despite a challenging performance. He excelled as a three-point shooter and defender during the regular season. Meanwhile, Murray-Boyles set a rookie playoff record with 22 points off the bench, showcasing his scoring ability and defensive skills. Both players are integral to the Raptors' evolving core.
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