ZANE WATERMAN

POSITION: Forward 

HEIGHT: 6-8 (203 cm) 

WEIGHT: 235 lbs (106.6 kg)

BIRTHDATE: October 12, 1995 (Winston-Salem, NC) 

HIGH SCHOOL: Fayetteville Academy (Fayetteville, NC)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE: Manhattan College (2018)

HOW ACQUIRED: Signed April 27, 2022. Re-signed April 4, 2023. Re-signed March 20, 2024.

YEARS PRO: 6

BIO

PROFESSIONAL CAREER 


Entered season averaging 14.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 27.1 minutes in 203 games playing professionally in Argentina, Czechia, Poland, New Zealand, Portugal, Finland, Cyprus, Lithuania, and in the CEBL.


2024 CEBL Season (As of July 30): Averaging 15.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 27.4 minutes in 19 games with the Brampton Honey Badgers … Led the team in scoring in seven games … Completes a 21-point performance to go with his 13 rebounds and three steals vs. Scarborough on July 20 … Became the club’s all-time leading scorer with 24 points versus Niagara on July 17, passing former teammate Christian Vital … Scored 30 points and nailed seven three-pointers, tying the franchise single-game record, to go along with nine rebounds against Edmonton on July 7 … Produced second double-double of the campaign June 30 vs. Scarborough scoring all 10 points from the charity stripe and grabbing 10 boards, becoming the first player in franchise history to record 250 rebounds in CEBL career … Scored nine of his 28 points in Target Score Time in a victory vs. Montreal on June 19, while also becoming the 3rd player in franchise history to score 500 points, joining Christian Vital and Koby McEwen …  Became the franchise leader in games played, scoring 21 points with six rebounds June 12 at Saskatchewan in his 44th game with the Honey Badgers … Grabbed seven rebounds at home vs. Scarborough on June 9, joining Koby McEwen as the 2nd player in franchise history to join the 1000-minutes-played club … Scored 25+ points in three of five games to start the season … Matched season-best in scoring with a game-high 28 points while grabbing eight rebounds in a loss to Montreal on June 2 … Recorded 28 points to become the first player in franchise history to score 25+ points in consecutive games in a win over Ottawa on May 26 … Had a double-double performance with a game-high 27 points and 10 rebounds in the season opener vs. Niagara on May 24.


2023-24: Averaged 16.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 31.0 minutes in 32 games with the BC Nevezis-Optibet in Lithuania … Team scoring leader, posting double-figures in 25 contests, including 12 consecutive games … Had 20 points while shooting three-for-five from distance vs. Siauliai on April 15 …. Achieved a season-high in scoring with 35 points in 34 minutes of action against Juventus on March 18 … Scored 21 points and collected 12 rebounds in a win over Jonava on January 13 … Scored 25 points to go along with a season-high 14 rebounds vs. Wolves on January 6 … Scored 31 points against Zalgiris on December 10 … Collected eight rebounds in the season opener September 16 vs. Jonava.


2023 CEBL Season: Averaged 12.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 27.8 minutes in 17 games with the Brampton Honey Badgers … Achieved double-figures in scoring in 13 games … Team leader in rebounds per game, and third in scoring and three-pointers made (27) … Posted a double-double for the second consecutive game with 10 points and 10 boards vs. Scarborough in the Eastern Conference quarter-final August 4 … Recorded second double-double of the season with 20 points and 11 rebounds vs. Scarborough on July 31 … Recorded first double-double of the season with 22 points and a career-high 17 rebounds July 17 vs. Saskatchewan, tying the franchise single-game record held by Mike Fraser … Had a career-high four steals to go along with 15 points and nine rebounds vs. Vancouver on July 14 … Registered 10 points, four blocks, and grabbed nine rebounds June 21 against Calgary.


2022-23: Averaged 16.1 points, 9.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 29.2 minutes in 16 games with BC Apollon in Cyprus …  Posted double-doubles in six games … Scored 10+ points in all but one contest … Registered 19 points and 12 rebounds February 17 against Keravnos for a second consecutive double-double … Recorded a season-high 29 points and 13 rebounds in a win February 10 vs. Omonia … Averaged 13.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 23.7 minutes in 10 games with Helsinki Seagulls in Finland …  Scored double figures in eight games … Grabbed a season-high 8 rebounds November 18 against Kotka.


2022 CEBL Season: Averaged 7.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 19.5 minutes in 19 games with the CEBL Champion Hamilton Honey Badgers … Scored in double figures in five games … Scored season-high 23 points with eight rebounds June 19 against Guelph … Recorded a career-high four blocks July 17 vs. Edmonton.


2021-22: Averaged 13.6 points, 7.0 rebounds and 27.1 minutes in 31 games with Oliveirense in Portugal … Scored double-figures in 21 games … Recorded 25 points with nine rebounds and two steals in win May 17 vs. CAB Madeira … Grabbed a season-high 15 rebounds May 12 against CAB Madeira … Tallied a season-high 28 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks December 5 against Sporting.


2021: Averaged 21.4 points, 11.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.0 blocks and 34.6 minutes in seven games with the Franklin Bulls in New Zealand … Scored 18+ points in every game but one… Poured in a season-high 31 points with nine rebounds May 14 against Sharks … Recorded four double-double performances with 14+ rebounds … Set a career-high with 16 rebounds May 6 against the Mountainairs … Averaged 7.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.0 assists, and 16.1 minutes in 10 games with Enea Astoria in Poland … Scored a season-high 14 points with nine rebounds January 20 vs. Enea Zastal.


2020-21: Averaged 18.5 points, 8.7 rebounds and 30.8 minutes in 16 games with NH Ostrava in Czechia … Scored double figures in 14 games … Recorded a season-high 34 points with 11 rebounds December 29 against Kolin … Had 27 points, eight rebounds and two steals December 5 vs. Kralovsti Sokoli … Poured in 29 points, eight rebounds and two assists December 12 vs. Usti.


2019-20: Averaged 9.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 20.6 minutes in five games with Ferro in Argentina … Scored 17 points with five rebounds February 2 against Gimnasia.


2018-19: Averaged 14.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 28.3 minutes in 40 games with Kobrat in Finland … Scored a season-high 28 points on four-for-four shooting from three-point range March 27 against Kauhajoki … Posted 23 points, nine rebounds, and two assists in a victory March 2 against Korihait.



UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 10.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 22.0 minutes in 121 games in a four-year collegiate career at Manhattan College.

2017-18: Averaged 11.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 28.2 minutes in 31 games as a senior with Manhattan College … Ranked 13th in the MAAC in shooting with 47.1 percent from the floor … Scored double figures 17 times … Became the 38th member of the Jaspers’ 1000-point club … Had a double-double performance with 19 points and 11 rebounds February 16 against Quinnipiac … Scored a season-high 28 points with four three-pointers in a win vs. Monmouth on February 11 … Registered 23 points with 12 rebounds in an overtime victory January 3 at Marist … Scored 14 points with 10 rebounds in a Belfast Classic victory over Holy Cross on December 1.


2016-17:  Averaged 14.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 27.8 minutes in 32 games with Manhattan College as a junior … Led the Jaspers with 223 rebounds … Scored a career-high 35 points to go with seven rebounds in a win vs. Rider on January 13 … Grabbed a career-high 15 rebounds against Monmouth on February 10.


2015-16: Averaged 11.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 23.5 minutes in 31 games in sophomore season with the Jaspers … Scored in double figures 18 times, including 20+ points in two contests … Led the team in scoring six times and in rebounding 12 times … Registered first career double-double with 12 points and 13 rebounds in a triple overtime victory against Siena on January 4 … Set a collegiate career-high 23 points with seven rebounds at Eastern Kentucky on December 29.


2014-15: Averaged 3.6 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 8.3 minutes in 28 games with Manhattan College as a freshman … Scored a season-high 10 points with three triples in a MAAC semifinal victory vs. Saint Peter’s March 8 … Registered five points with four rebounds in a NCAA Tournament First Round matchup against Hampton March 17.



PERSONAL


Son of Scott and Kate .. Majored in Psychology at Manhattan College … Played his prep basketball at Fayetteville Academy under the direction of Justin McClendon … Ranked No. 14 out of high school in the state of North Carolina by the Phenom Hoop Report.

SEAN EAST II AWARDED ALL-CEBL FIRST TEAM SELECTION

By Elias Eldridge • August 20, 2026
The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced today that Honey Badgers star guard Sean East II has earned a spot on the 2026 All-CEBL First Team, his second straight year doing so. In his 16 regular season games played for the organization this season, the team went 9-7 while East II recorded 22.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 6.8 assists, and 2.0 steals in 35.0 minutes per game. On July 25, Sean recorded a Honey Badgers franchise record 38 points in a crucial victory over the Winnipeg Sea Bears. This was also his personal CEBL career-high. East II becomes the fifth Honey Badgers player to be named to the All-CEBL First Team, and the first since 2022. He closed the regular season scoring 365 points, the sixth most in the CEBL for the 2026 campaign and the second most scored by a Honey Badgers player in any single-season in franchise history. He finished the season ranked top-10 in a number of other categories as well, including fourth in total assists (108), fifth in total steals (32), tied for third in target score winners (4), 8th in free throws made (65), and second in free throw percentage (min. 50 attempts; .915). With the Honey Badgers eighth season in the books, fans should keep an eye out for season ticket availability and the schedule release over the coming months for the 2027 CEBL season. For any inquiries, please contact info@honeybadgers.ca . ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, featuring 10 member clubs across six provinces. Powered by elite talent, a fast-paced game format, and deep community connections, the CEBL delivers high-level basketball and unforgettable summer experiences for fans nationwide. The league boasts the youngest fan base in Canadian professional sport, half under age 34, and one of the fastest-growing audiences in the country, now reaching nearly 4.1 million Canadians. This momentum reflects the CEBL’s ability to deliver dynamic, thrilling gameplay while connecting deeply with a new generation of fans and expanding basketball’s cultural footprint across Canada. The CEBL is where elite performance meets homegrown talent. In 2025, 17 players with NBA experience hit the court, while nearly 70% of the league’s roster was Canadian, the highest concentration of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. Running from May through August, the CEBL’s season is a showcase of top basketball talent and a summer hub for fast-paced, high-energy fan excitement. Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Coordinator Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM LEONARD ASPER

By Elias Eldridge • August 16, 2026
The Brampton Honey Badgers congratulate the Winnipeg Sea Bears on their victory over our team to win the CEBL National Championship. We also acknowledge the incredible support of the Winnipeg fans for their team. We want to thank the Brampton players & staff for their incredible accomplishment of winning the Eastern Conference after finishing last in the prior year. At the same time, we thank our fans in Brampton for their growing support throughout the season and their understanding regarding the events causing the cancellation of the first CEBL Finals home game in Brampton's history. Both teams had remarkable success in spite of challenges facing them and are to be congratulated for reaching the final. Thank you to the CEBL for another remarkable season. Leonard Asper Owner

BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS OFFICIAL STATEMENT

By Elias Eldridge • August 13, 2026
On behalf of our entire Honey Badgers Organization, we sincerely apologize for the extreme disappointment and frustration caused by our inability to play last night's game. As an organization, we were fully prepared and incredibly excited to host the first-ever CEBL Finals game in Brampton at the CAA Centre. We were ready to create a historic night for our team, our fans, and our community. Player and referee safety must always come first. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we determined the playing surface was unsafe for competition. While we fully respect and endorse that decision's importance, we share your disappointment. We understand how much you have invested in this team—not only financially, but through your time, energy, loyalty, and passion for the Brampton Honey Badgers. We know how much the opportunity to experience a CEBL Finals game right here in Brampton meant to you. It meant the same to us. Make no mistake, however—we are motivated, focused, and ready to compete. We will travel to Winnipeg to play in a one-game CEBL Final on Saturday, consistent with the single-game championship format that has been used in previous CEBL Finals. We are incredibly proud of our team and remain determined to finish what we started. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of the Honey Badgers, especially during a difficult and disappointing circumstance. Your support means more to our organization than we can put into words. 1 more........ Sincerely, Al Whitley CEO Brampton Honey Badgers



PROFESSIONAL STATISTICS **BEFORE 2024 CEBL SEASON

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023-24 BC Nevezis-Optibet (Lithuania) 32 992 538 122-214 52-137 138-178 59 152 211 43 105 14 21 60
2023 Brampton Honey Badgers 17 473 215 53-105 27-75 28-50 38 87 125 27 49 8 13 31
2023 Apollon (Cyprus) 16 467 257 63-93 23-68 62-84 50 101 151 26 48 9 9 29
2022-23 Helsinki (Finland) 10 237 134 31-44 18-45 18-25 9 35 44 7 28 7 5 21
2022 Hamilton Honey Badgers 19 370 135 29-62 18-50 23-30 21 50 71 15 51 7 7 29
2021-22 Oliveirense (Portugal) 31 840 421 92-179 46-120 99-126 71 146 217 32 78 12 22 63
2021 Franklin Bulls (​​New Zealand) 7 242 150 40-75 14-35 28-31 23 56 79 19 16 7 5 16
2020-21 Enea Astoria (Poland) 10 161 78 19-30 8-14 16-27 12 36 48 10 23 4 1 10
2020-21 NH Ostrava (Czech Republic) 16 492 296 64-118 32-77 72-90 34 105 139 22 49 6 17 53
2019-20 Ferro (Argentina) 5 103 45 11-19 5-15 8-12 8 16 24 1 17 3 0 4
2018-19 Kobrat (Finland) 40 1132 567 145-284 63-172 88-106 88 207 295 46 114 24 26 80
Totals 203 5509 2836 669-1223 306-808 580-759 413 991 1404 248 578 101 126 396

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023-24 BC Nevezis-Optibet (Lithuania) 32 31.0 16.8 0.570 0.380 0.775 1.8 4.8 6.6 1.3 3.3 0.4 0.7 1.9
2023 Brampton Honey Badgers 17 27.8 12.6 0.505 0.360 0.560 2.2 5.1 7.4 1.6 2.9 0.5 0.8 1.8
2023 Apollon (Cyprus) 16 29.2 16.1 0.677 0.338 0.738 3.1 6.3 9.4 1.6 3.0 0.6 0.6 1.8
2022-23 Helsinki (Finland) 10 23.7 13.4 0.705 0.400 0.720 0.9 3.5 4.4 0.7 2.8 0.7 0.5 2.1
2022 Hamilton Honey Badgers 19 19.5 7.1 0.468 0.360 0.767 1.1 2.6 3.7 0.8 2.7 0.4 0.4 1.5
2021-22 Oliveirense (Portugal) 31 27.1 13.6 0.514 0.383 0.786 2.3 4.7 7.0 1.0 2.5 0.4 0.7 2.0
2021 Franklin Bulls (​​New Zealand) 7 34.6 21.4 0.533 0.400 0.903 3.3 8.0 11.3 2.7 2.3 1.0 0.7 2.3
2020-21 Enea Astoria (Poland) 10 16.1 7.8 0.633 0.571 0.593 1.2 3.6 4.8 1.0 2.3 0.4 0.1 1.0
2020-21 NH Ostrava (Czech Republic) 16 30.8 18.5 0.542 0.416 0.800 2.1 6.6 8.7 1.4 3.1 0.4 1.1 3.3
2019-20 Ferro (Argentina) 5 20.6 9.0 0.579 0.333 0.667 1.6 3.2 4.8 0.2 3.4 0.6 0.0 0.8
2018-19 Kobrat (Finland) 40 28.3 14.2 0.511 0.366 0.830 2.2 5.2 7.4 1.2 2.9 0.6 0.7 2.0
Totals 203 27.1 14.0 0.547 0.379 0.764 2.0 4.9 6.9 1.2 2.8 0.5 0.6 2.0

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2017-18 Manhattan College 30 846 352 90-169 34-92 70-114 61 137 198 32 76 11 19 67
2016-17 Manhattan College 32 888 463 111-203 40-110 121-155 62 161 223 20 96 14 24 66
2015-16 Manhattan College 31 729 341 91-157 28-85 75-101 60 126 186 18 115 11 23 62
2014-15 Manhattan College 28 232 101 14-35 18-52 19-29 19 23 42 4 59 7 6 15
Totals 121 2695 1257 306-564 120-339 285-399 202 447 649 74 346 43 72 210
Averages
Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2017-18 Manhattan College 30 28.2 11.7 0.533 0.370 0.614 2.0 4.6 6.6 1.1 2.5 0.4 0.6 2.2
2016-17 Manhattan College 32 27.8 14.5 0.547 0.364 0.781 1.9 5.0 7.0 0.6 3.0 0.4 0.8 2.1
2015-16 Manhattan College 31 23.5 11.0 0.580 0.329 0.743 1.9 4.1 6.0 0.6 3.7 0.4 0.7 2.0
2014-15 Manhattan College 28 8.3 3.6 0.400 0.346 0.655 0.7 0.8 1.5 0.1 2.1 0.3 0.2 0.5
Totals 121 22.0 10.2 0.515 0.352 0.698 1.6 3.6 5.3 0.6 2.8 0.4 0.6 1.7