Wed.
Feb.
25
3:30 p.m.
Father Henry Carr
C.O.D.E. Provincial
0
0

Preview

Wed.
Feb.
25
4:00 p.m.
Polaris Prep Academy
Fort Erie I.A.
20
0

Game Summary

Final
Wed.
Feb.
25
4:00 p.m.
Hodan Prep
Future Hope Academy
0
0

Preview

Wed.
Feb.
25
6:00 p.m.
Capital Courts Academy
Royal Crown School
0
0

Preview

Wed.
Feb.
25
6:30 p.m.
Niagara Prep
Fort Erie International Academy
0
0

Preview

Thu.
Feb.
26
3:00 p.m.
Cambridge International Academy
Fort Erie I.A.
20
0

Game Summary

Final
Thu.
Feb.
26
4:00 p.m.
King's Christian Collegiate
Crestwood Prep Blue
0
0

Preview

Thu.
Feb.
26
5:00 p.m.
Niagara Prep
Lincoln Prep
0
0

Preview

Thu.
Feb.
26
6:00 p.m.
Louis-Riel
Royal Crown School
0
0

Preview

Fri.
Feb.
27
3:30 p.m.
Hodan Prep
Lincoln Prep
0
0

Preview

Sun.
Feb.
22
5:30 p.m.
Orangeville Prep
Victory Academy
88
50

Game Summary

Final
Sun.
Feb.
22
5:35 p.m.
J.Addison School
Full Circle Basketball Academy
106
74

Game Summary

Final
Mon.
Feb.
23
4:00 p.m.
Hodan Prep
Inspire Academy
20
0

Game Summary

Final
Mon.
Feb.
23
5:00 p.m.
Hodan Nighthawks
James Cardinal McGuigan
76
98

Game Summary

Final
Mon.
Feb.
23
6:00 p.m.
Crestwood Prep Blue
Royal Crown School
57
99

Game Summary

Final
Tue.
Feb.
24
4:15 p.m.
Hodan Prep
Polaris Prep Academy
74
93

Game Summary

Final
Tue.
Feb.
24
5:00 p.m.
Tri-City Prep
St. Jude's Academy White
95
64

Game Summary

Final
Tue.
Feb.
24
6:00 p.m.
Canada Topflight Academy Red
Orangeville Varsity
71
61

Game Summary

Final
Tue.
Feb.
24
6:30 p.m.
Inspire Academy
Royal Crown School
0
20

Game Summary

Final
Tue.
Feb.
24
7:10 p.m.
Ridley College
Lincoln Prep
94
57

Game Summary

Final

Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association

Historic Night for Canadian Basketball: Nembhard Brothers Face Off in the NBA

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Historic Night for Canadian Basketball: Nembhard Brothers Face Off in the NBA

Written by: Ray Harripaul


Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, will be a first-ever night in Canadian hoops: brothers from Ontario, Andrew Nembhard and Ryan Nembhard, against each other in the NBA.

For the Ontario Basketball Association (OBA), this is more than just a game. It's about the future of the sport in our province, the devotion of families and communities, and the potential of Canadian basketball.


A Path from Aurora to the NBA
Andrew and Ryan both began in Aurora, Ontario, honing their craft on their neighborhood driveway before making it to top-level prep school Vaughan Secondary and, in the end, NCAA bluebloods.

Andrew, the older brother, cut his teeth through the University of Florida and Gonzaga before being drafted 31st overall in 2022 by the Indiana Pacers. A player defined by his calm demeanor, defensive grit, and leadership, Andrew has remained a stalwart of the Pacers' backcourt.

Ryan, a step behind him, excelled at Montverde Academy and subsequently at Creighton and Gonzaga, where he developed into one of the college game's leading playmakers. Going undrafted in 2025, Ryan signed a two-way deal with the Dallas Mavericks—and has already shown he is pro material.

Their rise from Ontario grassroots initiatives to the biggest basketball platform in the world reflects the possibilities now available to young Canadian players.


More Than Just a Game
When the Indiana Pacers play the Dallas Mavericks on October 29, the game will mark the first time in the history of the NBA regular season that two Canadian brothers will meet as opponents.

For Andrew, it's another chance to show his leadership on a playoff team.

For Ryan, it's a chance to show his heart and resourcefulness against one of the league's finest defenders—a relative.

In addition to the box score, this game is loaded with history. Families, coaches, and communities across Ontario will see a reflection of their commitment through the Nembhards' milestone.


A Milestone for Ontario Basketball
At the OBA, we are pleased to mark this as something more than a personal milestone for Andrew and Ryan—it's a country milestone.

It reflects the deepening of Canadian basketball ability.

It indicates the doors now available to Ontario players, from local clubs like IEM, YNBA and Vaughn Panthers to the NCAA and beyond.

It inspires the future generation: assurance that the aspiration of making it to the NBA is not far-fetched for players who begin right here at home."

To see Andrew and Ryan face each other on an NBA floor is both historic for Canadian basketball and deeply personal for our family. Their journey from local Ontario clubs to the world’s biggest stage reflects the love of families, the dedication of coaches, and the power of community support. This moment shows every young player in our province that their dreams are within reach. As a father, I couldn’t be prouder. As CEO of Ontario Basketball, I see it as proof of the incredible growth of our game in Canada."


Looking Ahead
Andrew and Ryan take to the court on October 29, and Ontario will be beaming with pride. Their story is one of determination, family, and community—and one that attests to the tremendous progress Canadian basketball has experienced in the last decade.

The OBA sends best wishes to the Nembhard family on this achievement and anticipates both brothers continuing to raise the bar for Canadian hoop talent.

History will be made in the NBA on Wednesday, but its origins run deep in Ontario.


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