The Montréal Alliance welcome the Brampton Honey Badgers to Verdun Auditorium Friday night in what could be the moment they’ve been building toward all season. With playoff qualification within reach, the Alliance have a golden opportunity to punch their postseason ticket on home court against a team fighting to keep their slim playoff hopes alive.

The numbers tell a compelling story. The Alliance (7-12) need just one victory in their final five games to secure their playoff berth, holding the head-to-head tiebreaker over Brampton (5-16). Even if they fall short Friday night, the Honey Badgers would need to win both of their remaining games while hoping the Alliance lose every single one of their final four contests - a scenario bordering on mathematical impossibility.

For Brampton, the equation is stark: they must win out and pray for an Alliance collapse. Any Bampton loss over their final games eliminates them from playoff contention, making Friday night a must-win affair for the visiting Honey Badgers.

Despite their record, the Honey Badgers possess legitimate talent that makes them dangerous in any single game. Quinndary Weatherspoon anchors their offense with 18.8 points and 4.9 assists per game. David Muenkat brings interior presence with 13.9 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, while Marcus Carr (13.7 points, 6.6 assists) adds another playmaking dimension when healthy. Koby McEwen and Amari Kelly round out a balanced scoring attack that has kept Brampton competitive despite their struggles.

The Honey Badgers’ challenge lies in translating individual production into team success, particularly on the road where they’ve yet to find a victory this season.

The Alliance counter with their own impressive offensive triumvirate. Tavian Dunn-Martin continues his stellar campaign with 18.0 points and 6.5 assists per game, establishing himself as one of the CEBL’s premier floor generals. His ability to create for others while providing consistent scoring has been instrumental in Montréal’s improvement recently.

Quincy Guerrier brings versatility and athleticism at 17.1 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, while Tavis Smith’s return has added another dynamic element. When the trio operates effectively, the Alliance possess the firepower to compete with anyone.

The Alliance recently made roster adjustments, with 2025 draft picks Liam Rietschin and Sultan Haider Bhatti being released to allow them to prepare for their next opportunities - Rietschin signing his first professional contract overseas while Bhatti returns to Brandon University.

Alain Louis remains sidelined with a lower body injury, the Alliance have shown they can maintain their competitive level with their current rotation.

Friday’s winner takes a significant step toward their postseason goals, while the loser faces increased pressure moving forward. For the Alliance, victory would cap a remarkable transformation and reward a fan base that has supported them through challenging stretches.

Should Brampton somehow pull off the upset, the Alliance would still control their destiny with four remaining opportunities: home games against Calgary (August 4) and Ottawa (August 6), followed by road contests in Ottawa (August 8) and Scarborough (August 10).

As the Alliance prepare for Friday night’s game, the pieces are in place for a memorable evening. The fan support that has been building throughout the season, combined with the team’s improved chemistry and confidence, creates an atmosphere ripe for celebration.

Game Information

Date: Friday, August 1, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM ET

Location: Verdun Auditorium, Montréal

Broadcast: RDS, CEBL+, TSN+