[2] Just a few days later, Nembhard hit a buzzer-beater to upset Louisiana State University (LSU) in the 2019 SEC tournament.

[3] Nembhard declared for the 2019 NBA draft, but ultimately chose to return to the Gators for his sophomore season.

[4][5] As a sophomore, Nembhard averaged 11.2 points, 5.6 assists, and 3.0 rebounds per game and led the SEC with a 2.2 assist-to-turnover ratio.

[6] Following the season he declared for the 2020 NBA draft but hired an NCAA-certified agent, allowing him the option to return to Florida.

[16] In his Summer League debut, Nembhard scored five points, five rebounds, and five assists in a 96–84 win over the Charlotte Hornets.

[20] On December 5, with Tyrese Haliburton injured, Nembhard scored a career-high 31 points, 13 assists, 8 rebounds, and 5 three-pointers in a win over the Golden State Warriors.

[21] On January 31, 2023, Nembhard was named a 2023 NBA Rising Star alongside standout rookie teammate Bennedict Mathurin.