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

You’d be thrilled too.

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.