Collin Murray-Boyles (born June 10, 2005, in Columbia, South Carolina) is an American college basketball player for the South Carolina Gamecocks of the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
Education and High School Career
Murray-Boyles attended A.C. Flora High School in Forest Acres, S.C. As a junior, he was named Class 4A Player of the Year. He averaged 18.3 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 5.3 blocks per game and guided his team to the state championship.
He enrolled at Wasatch Academy in Mount Pleasant, Utah, for his senior year, seeking significant challenges. There, he averaged 15.0 points and 8.8 rebounds per game, leading the team in each category and finishing first in the conference in rebounds and third in points scored. After performing at Wasatch, he was ranked a consensus four-star recruit and a top-100 player nationally.
College Career at South Carolina
Murray-Boyles signed with the University of South Carolina, joining the Gamecocks for the 2023–24 season. His first year began with a setback in the form of infectious mononucleosis, and he endured a long stretch without playing. He quickly became a key player upon his return. He was named the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Freshman of the Week in February following an impressive 31-point performance against Vanderbilt. By the end of the season, he made the SEC All-Freshman Team.
Sophomore Season and Recent Achievements
As a sophomore, Murray-Boyles continued to shine. In December 2024, he earned SEC Co-Player of the Week honors. This came on the heels of impressive outings, including a 22-point, nine-rebound effort that led to a win over Clemson.
He has also consistently led the team in points, rebounds, blocks, and steals per game, demonstrating his versatility and valuable contributions.
Personal Life and Relationships
Murray-Boyles has a very private personal life. But according to reports, he is with fellow athlete Chloe Kitts, a forward for the South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team. The public started to focus on the couple due to social media exchanges between them and a now-viral video of Kitts calling Murray-Boyles “my man.”
NIL Deals and Net Worth
Murray-Boyles has started to leverage his growing fame with the recent change in NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals in collegiate athletics. He has collaborated with organizations such as Garnet Trust and Carolina Rise, associated with the University of South Carolina.
Although the exact financial particulars of these agreements have not been revealed, they help maintain his rough estimated net worth of $841,000.
Future Prospects
Listed at 6 feet 7 and 231 pounds, Murray-Boyles plays power forward. His athleticism and play have turned heads with NBA scouts. Analysts have him pegged as a potential late first to second-round selection in the 2025 NBA Draft. He hopes to become a more consistent and versatile shooter to bolster his draft stock.
Collin Murray-Boyles has shown grit and skill during his basketball career. His journey through high school and navigating health challenges in college all led to substantially promising growth as an athlete. His dedication to the sport and support from his family and partner positions him well for future success, both on and off the court.
