PATRICK EMILIEN

POSITION:  Forward

HEIGHT:  6-7 (201 cm)

WEIGHT:  209 lbs (95 kg)

BIRTHDATE:  August 22, 1999 (Toronto, ON)

HIGH SCHOOL:  John Polanyi Collegiate Institute (North York, ON)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE:  University of Maryland (2023)

HOW ACQUIRED:  Signed as free agent on March 25, 2025

YEARS PRO:  2

BIO

PROFESSIONAL CAREER 


Entering the season averaging 13.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 25.3 minutes in 69 games playing professionally in Finland, Austria, Australia, and the CEBL.


2024-25 (As of March 25):  Averaged 13.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.0 steals, and 26.3 minutes in 20 games with Honka in Finland … Shot a career-best 39.7 percent from beyond the arc … Scored in double-figures in 15 games including 17 points and six rebounds on an efficient 7-for-9 shooting from the field January 28 vs. Pyrinto … Recorded lone double-double of the campaign with 19 points and 11 rebounds to go with six assists and three steals vs. Karhubasket on December 17 … Started the season scoring 20+ points in three straight games with a 23-point (8-for-11 from the field) and seven-rebound performance vs. Lokoko on November 12. 


2023-24:  Averaged 12.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 24.5 minutes in 35 games with Gmunden in Austria … Reached 10+ points in 23 games including an impressive 24-point, 12-rebound outing in 37 minutes vs. Traiskirchen on March 30 … Scored 22 points on 8-for-9 shooting from inside the arc February 17 vs. UBSC Graz … Shot 50 percent or better from two-point range in 22 games such as a 9-for-13 performance with 19 points and 10 rebounds January 27 vs. Oberwart … Put up 23 points and nine rebounds vs. Kapfenberg on December 8 … Swiped a career-high four steals to go with nine points in victory vs. Vienna on November 26. 


2023 CEBL Season:  Averaged 3.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 16.8 minutes in four games with the Brampton Honey Badgers … Registered eight points and nine rebounds as a starter vs. Niagara on July 29.


2023:  Averaged 18.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 29.3 minutes in 10 games with the Casey Cavaliers Cranbourne of Australia’s NBL One … Team leader in points per game (18.9) and field-goal percentage (53.7%) … Achieved double-figures in scoring in all but one game, including four performances with 20 or more … Finished one rebound shy of first career double-double with 26 points and nine rebounds against Diamond on June 18 … Scored career-high 34 points in 35 minutes of action in professional debut vs. Ballarat on May 27.



UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 5.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 19.3 minutes in 136 games during a five-year collegiate career at Western Michigan University, St. Francis College, and the University of Maryland.


2022-23: Averaged 2.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 17.7 minutes in 32 games with the University of Maryland as a graduate student … Selected as a Big Ten Sportsmanship honouree … Logged double-figures in minutes in all but one game … Had nine points on three-for-three shooting from the floor in a win over Purdue on February 16 … Set a season-high in scoring with 10 points December 22 vs. St. Peter’s.


2021-22:  Transferred to St. Francis College and averaged 12.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 30.5 minutes in 27 games … Finished second on the Terriers in scoring … Led the Terries in shooting from the field (47.8%) … Scored double figures in 11 consecutive contents between December 14 and February 10 … Played all 40 minutes February 5 against Sacred Heart … Achieved a season high in scoring with 23 points vs. Wagner on January 30 … Grabbed 12 rebounds to go along with 12 points vs. St. John’s on November 23 … Recorded 18 points in Terrries debut against Wisconsin on November 9.


2020-21:  Averaged 5.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 19.6 minutes in 15 games in third year at Western Michigan … Member of Academic All-MAC Team, earning a 3.2 GPA or better … Scored double-figures on three occasions … Recorded 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting against Buffalo on January 12 … Scored 11 points in 23 minutes of action in season opener November 25 vs. Butler.


2019-20:  Averaged 2.0 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 9.2 minutes in 30 games with Western Michigan as a sophomore … Scored season-high nine points on four-of-six shooting from the field at Toledo on January 11.


2018-19:  Averaged 4.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 20.6 minutes in 32 games at Western Michigan University …. One of five Broncos to play in every game … Registered five games scoring in double-figures … Scored a season-high 15 points in 36 minutes vs. Bowling Green on February 9 … Recorded 11 points in 22 minutes during collegiate debut vs. Detroit Mercy on November 6 .



PERSONAL


Son of Sheila and Reynald … Sister, Gabrielle Emilien, played soccer at the NCAA Division 1 level at Howard University and then at the University of Ottawa … Majored in Families Sciences at the University of Maryland … Graduated with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration in Marketing at Western Michigan in 2021 … Played at the Toronto Basketball Academy in the National Preparatory Association (NPA) … Selected as one of 25 Canadians to compete in the NBA-Sanctioned All-Canadian Showcase.

BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS ANNOUNCE SAUD JUMAN AS TEAM’S NEW PRESIDENT

By Elias Eldridge • December 3, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) are proud to announce Saud Juman as the team's new president. Saud is a highly experienced business leader and executive, bringing over two decades of expertise in scaling businesses, cultivating successful cultures, and leading high-performance teams. Notably, as the founder, president, and CEO of Policy Medical, he developed the first healthcare policy management software, which was adopted by more than 3000 U.S. hospitals. Saud successfully guided the company from its bootstrap beginnings for 18 years to a successful acquisition. Following his exit from the company in 2018, Saud channeled his leadership skills into professional basketball, where he served as the assistant coach & head of player development for the Niagara River Lions, contributing to the team's success both on and off the court during their 2025 CEBL Championship run. “Saud offers a unique combination of executive rigor, people-focused leadership, and extensive basketball knowledge, specializing in the creation of systems and cultures that deliver wins - in business and in the community,” said Honey Badgers CEO Al Whitley. “We are incredibly excited and fortunate to welcome Saud to the Brampton Honey Badgers as the franchise embarks on a new chapter of basketball in the Peel Region and across Canada.” Furthermore, Saud’s commitment to basketball is matched by his dedication to positive community impact through his family’s foundation, which provides funding for youth grassroots programs. “It’s a new era for Honey Badger’s basketball and I am humbled to be a part of this exciting team,” said Juman. “I look forward to approaching this role with the discipline and commitment to winning on and off the court, while forging deep connections in Brampton and the Peel community.” Season tickets for the 2026 Honey Badgers season are on sale now at honeybadgers.ca . Keep an eye out for the Honey Badgers staff and Hammer around the Brampton and Peel community throughout the offseason for potential prizes and giveaways! ### 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) A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 73% of its rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

CANADIAN AND FORMER NBA EXECUTIVE AL WHITLEY JOINS BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS AS CEO

By Elias Eldridge • November 12, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced today that Al Whitley, former NBA executive and general manager of the Texas Legends (NBA G League affiliate of the Dallas Mavericks), has joined the franchise as chief executive officer (CEO). Whitley brings more than two decades of experience in professional basketball, having spent 22 years within the Dallas Mavericks organization, where he helped drive basketball operations at the highest level. His leadership has been defined by his commitment to creating a winning culture, fostering relationships, and developing talent on and off the court. Born in Belleville, Ontario and raised in Victoria, British Columbia, Whitley discovered his passion for basketball alongside childhood friend and NBA legend Steve Nash. After playing college basketball at the University of New Brunswick, Whitley began his professional career with the Dallas Mavericks in 2001 in their marketing department, before quickly transitioning to basketball operations. As a special advisor to former Mavericks Majority Owner Mark Cuban, Whitley played a pivotal role in the franchise’s success, including its historic 2011 NBA Championship. That experience, he says, gave him firsthand insight into “what it truly takes to build and sustain a championship team and culture.” In 2017, Whitley was named general manager and vice president of basketball operations for the Texas Legends, where he oversaw all aspects of the organization - from basketball operations and scouting, to business development and community engagement - leading the team to its first-ever playoff win. “I am incredibly grateful and excited for this opportunity to help lead the Brampton Honey Badgers back to championship form - both on the court and in the community,” said Whitley. “I want to sincerely thank our owner, Leonard Asper, for his trust and commitment. Being born and raised in Canada, this is a full-circle moment for my family and me. Coming back home to help guide, develop, and grow the Brampton Honey Badgers of the CEBL is not only an honour - it’s a privilege and a challenge I wholeheartedly embrace.” Throughout his NBA career, Whitley has worked with some of the game’s most influential figures, including Mark Cuban, Donn Nelson, Rick Carlisle, Donnie Nelson and legendary players such as Steve Nash, Dirk Nowitzki, Jason Kidd, Vince Carter, and Luka Dončić. “When I acquired the Honey Badgers, I committed to creating a winning team that also serves as a pillar of its community,” said Leonard Asper, owner of the Brampton Honey Badgers. “Al Whitley’s track record and reputation leave me no doubt that he is the right person to fulfill that mission. We are extremely fortunate that he is making this commitment to Brampton, and I thank him for his trust in us.” As CEO, Whitley aims to elevate the Honey Badgers organization both competitively and culturally - building a championship-caliber roster, enhancing fan engagement, and strengthening the team’s ties within the community. Honey Badgers fans can look forward to an exciting offseason filled with community events leading up to the 2026 CEBL season tip-off in May. Details on 2026 season ticket packages will be announced soon. ### 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) A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 73% of its rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca Jared Clarkson - Senior Publicity Coordinator Route 504 PR jared@route504pr.com

HONEY BADGERS TEAM UP WITH ROGERS CYBERSECURE CATALYST TO CHAMPION ONLINE SAFETY THIS OCTOBER

By Elias Eldridge • October 9, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) have announced a new partnership with Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst (“the Catalyst”) - Toronto Metropolitan University’s national centre for training, innovation, and collaboration in cybersecurity, headquartered right here in Brampton. This partnership brings together two proud Brampton institutions united by a shared commitment to community impact, education, and empowerment. October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Honey Badgers and the Catalyst are joining forces to champion the importance of staying safe online. Through engaging, easy-to-follow tips shared on Instagram and across all @honeybadgerscan social platforms, the campaign will spotlight practical ways for fans and community members to protect themselves in an increasingly digital world. “As someone who is constantly working in the online space, I thought the Catalyst’s mission and messaging is something that is not only very important, but also incredibly relevant to the world we live in today,” said Honey Badgers Director of Partnerships & Development Andrew Rocha. “I am excited to help them spread the word of cybersecurity through Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and I encourage all Honey Badgers fans to check out everything that the Catalyst has to offer.” "We are thrilled to partner with the Honey Badgers, another incredible Brampton organization, to spotlight the importance of staying safe online,” said Anna Colagrossi, Director of Brand & Recruitment at the Catalyst. “Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a vital time for us at Catalyst, and this partnership allows us to connect directly with our community and share the tools people need to stay secure in today’s digital world.” With the 2025 season at a close, Honey Badgers fans can look forward to what should be an exciting offseason full of surprises and exciting announcements. Stay tuned for 2026 Honey Badgers season ticket packages to be released soon. ### 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) A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 73% of its rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . About Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst is Toronto Metropolitan University’s national centre for training, innovation and collaboration in cybersecurity. Since its founding in 2018, the Catalyst has grown into Canada’s most active cybersecurity hub, earning a global reputation for delivering high-impact programs and driving innovative solutions to critical technology security challenges. A not-for-profit corporation, the Catalyst collaborates with governments at all levels, public and private organizations, and academic institutions. Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario’s Innovation District, the Catalyst delivers its programs across Canada and around the world. Learn more at cybersecurecatalyst.ca . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca



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 Honka (Finland) 20 526 278 75-154 29-73 41-78 36 64 100 30 34 9 20 23
2023-24 Gmunden (Austria) 35 859 438 147-247 25-68 69-103 65 133 198 50 84 8 20 49
2023 Brampton Honey Badgers (CEBL) 4 67 12 3-10 2-9 0-0 5 10 15 2 3 0 1 3
2023 Casey (Australia) 10 293 189 58-108 16-58 25-37 23 28 51 13 24 7 9 26
Totals 69 1745 917 283-519 72-208 135-218 129 235 364 95 145 24 50 101

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 Honka (Finland) 20 26.3 13.9 0.490 0.397 0.526 1.8 3.2 5.0 1.5 1.7 0.5 1.0 1.2
2023-24 Gmunden (Austria) 35 24.5 12.5 0.595 0.368 0.670 1.9 3.8 5.7 1.4 2.4 0.2 0.6 1.4
2023 Brampton Honey Badgers (CEBL) 4 16.8 3.0 0.300 0.222 0.000 1.3 2.5 3.8 0.5 0.8 0.0 0.3 0.8
2023 Casey (Australia) 10 29.3 18.9 0.537 0.276 0.676 2.3 2.8 5.1 1.3 2.4 0.7 0.9 2.6
Totals 69 25.3 13.3 0.545 0.346 0.619 1.9 3.4 5.3 1.4 2.1 0.3 0.7 1.5

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2022-23 Maryland 32 565 91 26-45 2-6 33-46 35 56 91 8 61 22 11 15
2021-22 St. Francis College 27 823 337 140-286 1-9 54-72 61 107 168 29 70 20 21 57
2020-21 Western Michigan 15 294 78 15-27 14-43 6-10 9 44 53 19 18 10 8 18
2019-20 Western Michigan 30 277 60 20-38 5-23 5-17 17 38 55 12 28 9 6 19
2018-19 Western Michigan 32 660 152 22-49 26-89 30-53 44 82 126 25 33 13 13 39
Totals 136 2619 718 223-445 48-170 128-198 166 327 493 93 210 74 59 148

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2022-23 Maryland 32 17.7 2.8 0.578 0.333 0.717 1.1 1.8 2.8 0.3 1.9 0.7 0.3 0.5
2021-22 St. Francis College 27 30.5 12.5 0.490 0.111 0.750 2.3 4.0 6.2 1.1 2.6 0.7 0.8 2.1
2020-21 Western Michigan 15 19.6 5.2 0.556 0.326 0.600 0.6 2.9 3.5 1.3 1.2 0.7 0.5 1.2
2019-20 Western Michigan 30 9.2 2.0 0.526 0.217 0.294 0.6 1.3 1.8 0.4 0.9 0.3 0.2 0.6
2018-19 Western Michigan 32 20.6 4.8 0.449 0.292 0.566 1.4 2.6 3.9 0.8 1.0 0.4 0.4 1.2
Totals 136 19.3 5.3 0.501 0.282 0.646 1.2 2.4 3.6 0.7 1.5 0.5 0.4 1.1