South Carolina Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles has been named to the NABC First Team All-South Atlantic District

South Carolina Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles has been named to the NABC First Team All-South Atlantic District, marking a significant milestone in his basketball career. This honor highlights his outstanding performance during the 2024–25 season, where he became the first Gamecock since Jimmy Foster in 1983–84 to average at least 16.0 points and 8.0 rebounds per game .

Early Life and High School Career

Born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina, Collin Murray-Boyles attended Wasatch Academy in Mount Pleasant, Utah, for his senior year of high school. Prior to that, he played at AC Flora High School in Columbia, leading the team to a state title game appearance and earning the 2022 South Carolina 4A Player of the Year award .

College Career at South Carolina

Murray-Boyles made an immediate impact upon joining the Gamecocks. In his freshman season (2023–24), he averaged 10.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 1.0 steals per game, earning SEC All-Freshman honors .

During the 2024–25 season, he elevated his game, averaging 16.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.5 steals, and 1.3 blocks per game. He led the team in points (538), rebounds (264), steals (47), and blocks (43), and was second in assists (77). His shooting efficiency was remarkable, with a field goal percentage of 58.6%, leading the SEC and ranking 21st nationally .

Notable Achievements

• Career-High Performance: On March 1, 2025, Murray-Boyles scored a career-high 35 points in a 72–53 victory over Arkansas, becoming the first Gamecock since Sindarius Thornwell in 2017 to achieve such a feat .
• Double-Doubles: He recorded nine double-doubles during the season, showcasing his consistency and ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor.
• Efficiency: Murray-Boyles had five games with 10 or more made field goals, becoming the first Gamecock to accomplish this since Devan Downey in 2009–10 .

Recognition and Honors

In addition to his NABC First Team All-South Atlantic District selection, Murray-Boyles was named Second Team All-SEC by the league’s 16 head coaches, becoming the 32nd player in program history to earn All-SEC honors since South Carolina joined the conference in 1991–92 .

Looking Ahead

With his exceptional performance and recognition, Collin Murray-Boyles has established himself as a key player for the Gamecocks and a rising star in college basketball. His contributions have been instrumental in South Carolina’s success, and he is expected to continue making significant impacts in the seasons to come.