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Angel Reese's family background and brother Julian's basketball journey highlighted

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 7:30 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Angel Reese's family background and brother Julian's basketball journey highlighted
Summary

Angel Reese, a key player in the 2026 WNBA Finals, has a basketball-filled family background. Her brother, Julian Reese, has developed his own career, starting at Maryland after high school and moving to the NBA as an undrafted player with the Wizards. He made a notable impact early in his NBA career with an 18-point, 20-rebound game against the Jazz. Their mother, Angel Webb Reese, also played college basketball and raised both children as a single parent. As the season progresses, Angel continues to shine in the WNBA, while Julian finds his footing within the league.

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Key Details
  • •Angel Reese leads Atlanta in the 2026 WNBA Finals.
  • •Julian Reese played at Maryland before joining the NBA.
  • •Julian had 18 points and 20 rebounds in his third NBA game.
  • •Angel Webb Reese was a college basketball player and single mother.
  • •The Reese siblings played high school basketball at St. Frances Academy.
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  • 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Angel Reese family tree: Meet basketball brother Julian, parents, more about Maryland roots
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