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Charles Curtis

New Raptor Gradey Dick was so delighted Drake followed him on Instagram

Drake Gradey Dick Raptors

What a night for Kansas product Gradey Dick.

He was drafted 13th overall by the Toronto Raptors in the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday, a home run of a pick for the Canadian franchise. He was the center of attention for his red, sparkly draft outfit, and became a meme because of it.

And then, because he’s a Raptor now, he got a follow on Instagram from none other than Drake, the team’s global ambassador and most famous fan.

I love Dick’s reaction here. It’s a combo of excitement and how surreal it is, which must be what it’s like for most draft picks on that night.

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