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March 21, 2026
Upgraded to questionable
Murray-Boyles (thumb) is questionable ahead of Sunday's game against Phoenix, per Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca.
Analysis
CMB has missed the last 10 games because of a sprained left thumb. However, it appears he's moving in a positive direction regarding his return to the court. If Murray-Boyles is available, it's reasonable to assume he'll see fewer minutes than usual, meaning Jakob Poeltl would have a shot to remain in the starting lineup.
March 20, 2026
Ruled out Friday
Murray-Boyles (thumb) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, though head coach Darko Rajakovic said he's "very close" to returning, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis
Murray-Boyles will miss a 10th straight game due to a left thumb sprain. However, the rookie first-rounder has been participating in live scrimmages and is ramping up toward a return, so he can be considered questionable for Sunday's game in Phoenix until Toronto provides an update on his status. With Murray-Boyles out, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Jamison Battle are candidates for increased minutes.
March 19, 2026
Doubtful for Friday
Murray-Boyles (thumb) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis
Murray-Boyles is expected to miss a 10th consecutive contest due to a sprained left thumb. If the rookie first-rounder is ultimately ruled out, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Jamison Battle would be candidates for increased playing time.
March 18, 2026
Officially out
Murray-Boyles (thumb) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Chicago, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis
Murray-Boyles was initially listed as doubtful, so his absence doesn't come as much of a surprise. It'll be the rookie big man's ninth straight absence due to a left thumb sprain. His next chance to play will come Friday at Denver.
March 17, 2026
Doubtful for Wednesday
Murray-Boyles (thumb) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis
The rookie first-rounder practiced Tuesday, per Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca, but it doesn't sound like he'll be ready for game action Wednesday. With Murray-Boyles expected to miss a ninth straight contest, Sandro Mamukelashvili should have the backup center gig all to himself behind Jakob Poeltl.