Andrew Nembhard

Andrew Nembhard is a professional basketball player recognized for his contributions as a point guard and shooting guard, currently playing for the Indiana Pacers. After being named to the Southeastern Conference (SEC) All-Freshman team in 2019, Andrew Nembhard established himself as a prominent collegiate athlete. During his freshman season with the Florida Gators men’s basketball team (2018-2019), Nembhard started every game, averaging 8.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 5.4 assists. A pivotal moment included hitting a buzzer-beater to defeat Louisiana State University (LSU) in the 2019 SEC tournament.

Shortly thereafter, on December 5, 2022, he recorded a career-high 31 points, 13 assists, 8 rebounds, and 5 three-pointers in a standout performance against the Golden State Warriors. His impressive contributions during his rookie season were recognized with his selection as a 2023 NBA Rising Star. Nembhard continued to deliver strong performances, including back-to-back 20-point games in March 2023, and achieving a double-double with a career-high 15 assists against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 28, 2023. Most recently, during the 2024 NBA Playoffs on May 10, he hit a pivotal game-winning three-pointer against the New York Knicks, extending the Pacers’ series lead.