JAYLAN GAINEY

POSITION:  Forward

HEIGHT:  6-10 (208 cm)

WEIGHT:  220 lbs (100 kg)

BIRTHDATE:  December 12, 1998 (Greensboro, NC)

HIGH SCHOOL:  Ben L. Smith High School (Greensboro, NC)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE:  Florida State University (2024)

HOW ACQUIRED:  Signed as free agent on May 21, 2025

YEARS PRO:  1

BIO

PROFESSIONAL CAREER 


Entering the season averaging 3.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 11.4 minutes in 29 games playing professionally in the NBA G League.


2024-25: Averaged 3.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 11.4 minutes in 29 games with the Salt Lake City Stars in the NBA G League … Picked up with the 25th overall pick in the 2024 NBA G League Draft … Led the Stars in blocks per game and field goal percentage (.650) … Recorded eight points (4-for-4 shooting), 10 rebounds, and two blocks March 9 vs. the Memphis Hustle … Scored a professional career-high 10 points (5-for-6), eight rebounds, four assists, and professional career-high five blocks in a win January 29 vs. the Valley Suns … Posted four points, 10 rebounds, and four blocks January 28 vs. the Valley Suns … In professional debut and only seven minutes, put up four points, five rebounds and one steal November 13 vs. the Stockton Kings.



UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 5.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.5 blocks, and 16.5 minutes in 93 games during a four-year collegiate career at Florida State University and Brown University.


2023-24: Averaged 2.8 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 10.5 minutes in 28 games as a graduate senior with the Seminoles … Blocked three shots in only 10 minutes March 9 vs. Miami … Scored 11 points on 5-for-7 shooting and grabbed three rebounds January 6 vs. Virginia Tech.


2022-23: Transferred to Florida State University … Redshirted and did not play after injuring his right knee in a preseason practice September 23.


2021-22: Averaged 9.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.1 blocks, and 23.5 minutes in 29 games before graduating from Brown … Awarded the Ivy League Defensive Player of the Year Award en route to an All-Ivy League Second Team appearance … Ranked atop the Ivy League in blocks (62) and field goal percentage (.702), second in defensive rating (97.2) and fourth in total rebounds (200) … Led the Bears in field goals made (120) … Had a monster double-double with 20 points and 18 rebounds (collegiate career-high), and two blocks March 5 vs. Yale … Scored in double-figures on 10 occasions including a career-high 25 points on perfect 9-for-9 shooting, grabbed 12 rebounds and had a collegiate career-high eight blocks February 26 vs. Columbia … Had five double-doubles including a couple back-to-back with 12 points, 13 rebounds, and four blocks February 5 vs. Dartmouth and 13 points, 13 rebounds, and two blocks February 4 vs. Harvard … In only 20 minutes registered 17 points on 8-for-8 shooting with five rebounds and two blocks December 7 vs. Merrimack … Recorded 19 points (8-for-10) and four rebounds November 16 vs. JWU.


2020-21: Did not play due to the COVID-19 pandemic.


2019-20: Averaged 5.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.2 blocks, and 19.7 minutes in 25 games with the Bears … Earned a Co-Defensive Player of the Year Award in the Ivy League … Led the Ivy League in blocks (54) and field goal percentage (.685) … Posted lone double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds February 21 vs. Columbia … Scored in double-figures seven times including 12 points and eight rebounds January 31 vs. Cornell … Had 11 points, eight rebounds, and five blocks January 17 vs. Yale … Blocked a season-high seven blocks along with seven points in only 15 minutes December 4 vs. Merrimack … Put up a season-high 14 points on 7-for-7 shooting with three rebounds and three blocks November 19 vs. Sacred Heart.


2018-19: Averaged 2.3 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 5.8 minutes in 11 games as a freshman at Brown … Scored five points, grabbed four rebounds, and blocked three shots in only 12 minutes March 25 vs. Loyola Mary … Dropped season-high 12 points on 3-for-3 shooting with six made free throws, six rebounds, and two blocks January 14 vs. J. and Wales.


PERSONAL


Son of Shawanda and Shawn Gainey … His younger brother Ashtin was a member of the track and field team at Mars Hill University, specializing in shot put … Graduated from Florida State in Sports Management and graduated from Brown in Business Management … Has been awarded many academic awards including, but not limited to, the 2023 & 2024 National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Academic Honours Court, 2023 & 2024 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Academic Honour Roll, Golden Torch Award for Men’s Basketball (Florida State Academics), and 2022 Ivy League All-Academic Team … Jaylan enjoys playing video games, watching football, and fishing.

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 2025 CEBL SEASON

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 Salt Lake City Stars (NBA G League) 29 332.0 88.0 39-60 0-0 5-12 32.0 61.0 93.0 23.0 43.0 37.0 8.0 18.0
Totals 29 332.0 88.0 39-60 0-0 5-12 32.0 61.0 93.0 23.0 43.0 37.0 8.0 18.0

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 Salt Lake City Stars (NBA G League) 29 11.4 3.0 0.650 0.000 0.417 1.1 2.1 3.2 0.8 1.5 1.3 0.3 0.6
Totals 29 11.4 3.0 0.650 0.000 0.417 1.1 2.1 3.2 0.8 1.5 1.3 0.3 0.6

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023-24 Florida State 28 295 77 32-51 0-0 13-28 17 39 56 3 26 18 8 15
2021-22 Brown 29 682 268 120-171 0-0 28-54 64 135 199 11 54 62 6 25
2019-20 Brown 25 493 148 63-92 0-0 22-32 41 86 127 9 47 54 11 22
2018-19 Brown 11 64 25 9-12 0-0 7-11 5 19 24 4 6 8 1 5
Totals 93 1534 518 224-326 0-0 70-125 127 279 406 27 133 142 26 67

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023-24 Florida State 28 10.5 2.8 0.627 0.000 0.464 0.6 1.4 2.0 0.1 0.9 0.6 0.3 0.5
2021-22 Brown 29 23.5 9.2 0.702 0.000 0.519 2.2 4.7 6.9 0.4 1.9 2.1 0.2 0.9
2019-20 Brown 25 19.7 5.9 0.685 0.000 0.688 1.6 3.4 5.1 0.4 1.9 2.2 0.4 0.9
2018-19 Brown 11 5.8 2.3 0.750 0.000 0.636 0.5 1.7 2.2 0.4 0.5 0.7 0.1 0.5
Totals 93 16.5 5.6 0.687 0.000 0.560 1.4 3.0 4.4 0.3 1.4 1.5 0.3 0.7