Ryan Nembhard

Ryan Nembhard is a Canadian professional basketball player who plays point guard for the Atlanta Hawks of the NBA.

Ryan Nembhard is a Canadian professional basketball player who plays point guard for the Atlanta Hawks of the NBA. He played college basketball for the Creighton Bluejays and Gonzaga Bulldogs before beginning his professional career. He is the younger brother of fellow Canadian professional basketball player Andrew Nembhard.

Early life and high school

Nembhard was born in Aurora, Ontario, on March 10, 2003, and developed into a highly regarded guard prospect. He is a Canadian player who later attended Montverde Academy before college.

College career

He played at Creighton for two seasons before transferring to Gonzaga for his final two college seasons. At Gonzaga, he gained national attention for his passing and assist production.

Professional career

Nembhard went undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft and signed a two-way contract with the Dallas Mavericks. He later moved onto a standard deal and was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in a three-team deal in July 2026.

Playing style

Nembhard is a guard known for his playmaking and pick-and-roll decision-making. Reports describe him as a high-assist, low-turnover point guard whose size was a factor in his draft status.