
By Michelle St Laurent
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June 4, 2026
Montreal, QC — The Montréal Alliance announced today the signing of American guard Davion Warren for the 2026 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. Warren joins the Alliance after building an impressive professional résumé across several international leagues and the NBA G League. The Buffalo, New York native has competed professionally in Canada, China, Mexico, Mongolia, and the NBA G League since beginning his professional career in 2022. Across his professional career, Warren has averaged 15.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.8 steals per game while establishing himself as a productive two-way guard. Most recently, Warren began the 2026 CEBL season with the Winnipeg Sea Bears, averaging 11.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists through his first six games. Prior to returning to the CEBL, he enjoyed a standout season with the BHC Knights in Mongolia, averaging 26.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 4.2 steals per game while earning recognition as the league’s Best International Player. Before beginning his professional career, Warren starred at Hampton University and Texas Tech University. He finished his collegiate career with 1,944 points and earned Big South Player of the Year honors in 2020-21 after averaging 21.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.1 steals per game at Hampton. He later helped Texas Tech reach the Big 12 Tournament Championship Game and advance to the NCAA Tournament during his senior season. “Davion is a player who has consistently produced at every level he has played,” said Joel Anthony, General Manager and Co-Owner of the Montréal Alliance. “He brings valuable professional experience that will strengthen our roster as we continue through the season.” Warren’s addition provides the Alliance with another experienced perimeter player capable of contributing as both a scorer and playmaker. The Alliance returns to Verdun Auditorium on Sunday, June 7, at 4:00 p.m. to host the Edmonton Stingers for its Future Stars theme game. Kids' tickets are available for just $10 with the purchase of an adult ticket. For tickets and additional information, visit BASKETMTL.ca . About the Montreal Alliance The Montreal Alliance is a professional basketball team competing in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), Canada’s premier summer basketball league. The organization is committed to delivering high-level basketball and an engaging experience for fans in Montreal and across Quebec. Tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit basketmtl.ca .

By Michelle St Laurent
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June 4, 2026
Montreal, QC — The Montreal Alliance announced today the signing of American guard Anthony Nelson for the 2026 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. Nelson joins the Alliance after building an impressive résumé at both the NCAA Division I and professional levels. The Harlem, New York native appeared in 137 NCAA Division I games at Seton Hall and Manhattan, recording 1,162 points and 386 assists. In 2022-23, he earned First Team All-MAAC honors after averaging 15.1 points, 4.7 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.9 steals per game for Manhattan while surpassing the 1,000-point mark for his collegiate career. Since turning professional, Nelson has competed in Angola, Mongolia, and Mexico. Most recently, he averaged 15.0 points, 4.6 assists, and 1.6 steals in 18 games with Venados de Mazatlán in Mexico’s CIBACOPA (Pacific Coast Basketball Circuit) league, serving as one of the club’s primary offensive creators. He also enjoyed a productive stint in Mongolia, where he averaged 17.7 points and 5.3 assists per contest. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to join the Alliance,” said Nelson. “I’ve heard great things about the organization, the city, and the fans. I’m excited to get to Montreal and do whatever I can to help the team reach its goals this season.” Nelson's addition strengthens the Alliance backcourt with a proven scorer and playmaker who has found success at both the NCAA Division I and professional levels. The Alliance returns to the Verdun Auditorium on Friday, June 5, at 7:30 p.m. when they host the Winnipeg Sea Bears for Student Night. Montreal will then be back on home court on Sunday, June 7, at 4:00 p.m. against the Edmonton Stingers for the organization's Future Stars theme game. For tickets and additional information, visit BASKETMTL.ca . About the Montreal Alliance The Montreal Alliance is a professional basketball team competing in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), Canada’s premier summer basketball league. The organization is committed to delivering high-level basketball and an engaging experience for fans in Montreal and across Quebec. Tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit basketmtl.ca .

By Michelle St Laurent
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June 2, 2026
The Montreal Alliance announced today that guard Tony Carr, who signed with the club earlier this spring, will not be joining the team at this time due to personal reasons. The organization will continue to monitor the situation while maintaining hope that he may be able to join the club in the near future. Additional updates will be shared as they become available.






