Posthumus, a Winnipeg, MB.-native has played professionally in the United States, Japan, Argentina and Canada. The 6-foot-11 center returns to the Rattlers after finishing the 2019 championship season averaging 5.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 11.8 minutes over the course of 18 games. Prior to joining the Rattlers, Posthumus had spent time with the Chicago Bulls Summer League team in 2014, Levanga Hokkaido (B.League - Japan), Mississauga Power (National Basketball League of Canada), Argentino de Junin (Liga Nacional de Básquet - Argentina), London Lightning (NBLC), Island Storm (NBLC), Kagoshima Rebnise (B.League), Hitachi SunRockers Tokyo-Shibuya (B.League), Shinshu Brave Warriors (B.League) and the Halifax Hurricanes (NBLC). The well-journeyed veteran will bring considerable size and rebounding back to the Rattlers.  

Prior to turning pro, Posthumus attended Morehead State University after transferring from the University of British Columbia and Howard College. In his final year at Morehead State, Posthumus averaged 9.6 points on 51% shooting along with 10.9 rebounds per game. His impressive work on the boards led to him having the second-highest total that season in the NCAA. 

“We are happy to have Chad back with us again”, said Rattlers GM Barry Rawlyk. “Chad is a big body out on the court who can collect rebounds and plays strongly underneath the basket. Not only does he bring a large presence to the court, he is also a great asset to the community and is frequently involved in outreach events around the province.”

The Rattlers enter the 2020 season as the defending CEBL Champions. They are set to begin their second season this summer. For more information visit ​therattlers.ca​.

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About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL)

The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is a new basketball experience that features world-class professional basketball in a fan-friendly entertainment environment across seven cities in Canada. The 2019 inaugural season saw more than 100 Canadian and international players take to the court, culminating with the Saskatchewan Rattlers earning the first CEBL championship trophy. CEBL players come from NBA G-League clubs, top NCAA programs, the Canadian national program, U SPORTS and other Division 1 FIBA leagues. As the First Division Professional League partner of Canada Basketball, the CEBL is set to start its second season in May 2020. All games are live streamed on the CBC Gem app, CEBL.TV and the Island Sports Network. Head to cebl.ca or follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to learn more.