Gabe Freeman Named to NBLC 10th Anniversary All-Time Team
April 12, 2022 - National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada) News Release
Gabe Freeman with the Halifax Hurricanes
(Halifax Hurricanes)
He was one of the most exciting players in league history, "an energy guy with a heart of gold" - and now he has been named among the Top 3 players in league history.
Today, the National Basketball League of Canada (NBLC) named Gabe Freeman to the 10th Anniversary All-Time Team, comprised of the 10 greatest players in league history. Further players will be announced on the league homepage (nblcanada.ca) and social media channels through from April 14.
"There has never been a more energetic player to step onto an NBL Canada court - ever," said Audley Stephenson, NBLC Vice-president of Basketball Operations. "Active, engaged, and in constant motion, he could impact the game in so many ways. Big points. Big rebounds. Big moments. While a fierce competitor on the court, he also had a heart of gold when it came to the fans, the community, and the kids. This guy was a hands-down MVP in all aspects of life."
Playing with the London Lightning (2011-13), Saint John Mill Rats (2015-16), Saint John Riptide (2016-17), and Halifax Hurricanes (2018-20), Freeman brought home the triple crown in the league's inaugural season, winning the NBLC MVP, NBLC Finals MVP, and a championship in 2012. The 6-foot-6-inch American forward was one of the league most dangerous offensive weapons, still ranking among the all-time leaders in points (No. 5), field goals (No. 6), rebounds (No. 5), and assists (No. 5).
The NBLC 10th Anniversary All-Time Team was selected by a 13-person committee of former league personnel, coaches, and front office staff. Voters selected players based on numerous factors, including impact on league, on-court play, longevity, representative of league values on and off the court, influence, and community involvement.
The NBLC 10th Anniversary All-Time Team includes, so far, in numerical order:
No. 10. Garrett Williamson, London Lightning (2013-2020)
No. 9. Marvin Phillips, London Lightning (2012-19), KW Titans (2019-20)
No. 8. Carl English, St. John's Edge (2017-20)
No. 7. Quinnel Brown, Quebec Kebs (2011-12), Halifax Rainmen (2012-13), Windsor Express (2013-20)
No. 6. Ryan Anderson, Ottawa SkyHawks (2013-14), Windsor Express (2014-15, 2018-19), London Lightning (2015-18)
No. 5. Billy White, Halifax Hurricanes (2015-18), Moncton Magic (2018-20), and Windsor Express (2021-)
No. 4. Brandon Robinson, Mississauga Power (2011-12), Halifax Rainmen (2012), PEI Island Storm (2012-15), Windsor Express (2016)
No. 3. Gabe Freeman, London Lightning (2011-13), St. John Mill Rates (2015-16), St. John Riptide (2016-17), and Halifax Hurricanes (2018-20)
No. 2. To be announced April 13
No. 1. To be announced April 14
On April 15, NBLC-TV will air a documentary dedicated to its 10th Anniversary All-Time Team during a special episode of NBLC This Week, hosted by Aaron Sanders and Karis Mapp.
For the latest details on NBLC 10 celebrations throughout the season, including player profiles on each member of the 10th Anniversary All-Time Team after it is announced, visit nblcanada.ca.
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