Nimes was born in Talavera, Nueva Ecija in the Philippines to Filipino parents and is the only boy among four siblings.
During his time in Australia he attended Good Shepherd Primary in Plumpton, Sydney and later attended Parramatta Marist High School in Westmead, Sydney where he played for the schools A-grade team as the unanimous super star athlete.
[2] He missed full two seasons in 2013 and 2014 due to back problems and an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury on his left knee.
[3][4][5] He has since returned to action in 2015 while attempting to lead the Cardinals in his final collegiate year.
[6] While in the amateur ranks, Nimes suited up for the Cafe France Bakers in the PBA D-League.