The Scarborough Shooting Stars defeated the Brampton Honey Badgers 82-69 [1] on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre [2].
The victory solidifies the Shooting Stars as a dominant force in the CEBL regular season, maintaining their unbeaten streak at home and extending their overall lead in the standings.
Frank Mitchell delivered a historic performance during the matchup, recording 22 rebounds [1]. This mark establishes a new CEBL record for the most rebounds in a single game [1]. Mitchell's presence on the glass played a pivotal role in limiting the Honey Badgers' second-chance opportunities and controlling the tempo of the contest.
With the win, the Shooting Stars improved their regular-season record to 11-2 [1]. The team has now won all six of its games played at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, bringing its home record to 6-0 [1].
The game was part of the 2026 CEBL regular season, with the Shooting Stars continuing to distance themselves from the rest of the league. CBC Sports released a condensed version of the game to allow fans to review the full action in under 15 minutes [3].
The Brampton Honey Badgers struggled to find a rhythm against the league-leading defense. Despite the loss, the game highlighted the high level of competition as both teams vie for positioning heading into the postseason. The Shooting Stars' ability to protect their home court remains a critical advantage as the regular season progresses.
“The Shooting Stars maintain a perfect home record and set a CEBL rebounding mark.”
The Shooting Stars' 6-0 home record and 11-2 overall standing position them as the primary favorites for the CEBL championship. Frank Mitchell's record-breaking 22 rebounds signal a significant interior advantage that may be difficult for opposing teams to counter in the playoffs.
