VIDEO: Angel Reese Introduces The World To Her Younger Brother, Who’s Also A Towering Basketball Star
Angel Reese and Julian Reese (Photo via TikTok)
Angel Reese and her younger brother Julian Reese both played for the University of Maryland at one point before she decided to transfer to the LSU Tigers for her final two years.
Angel Reese is known for her skills on the court, and her brother is the same.
While the Chicago Sky rookie is in full offseason mode now, she continues to make headlines.
Reese is going viral this week after she took to her TikTok account and posted an adorable video alongside her brother, Julian.
Julian Reese is 6-foot-9, while Angel Reese is 6-foot-3.
The grocery bill in that household had to be outrageous growing up.
Julian Reese is a star in his own right as he is one of the Terrapins’ best players, averaging 13.7 points and 9.5 rebounds as a junior in 2023-24, per his stats on ESPN.
He has gotten better every year of his career, and things are only going to get better in his final year with Maryland.
Suffering A Late Season Injury Hurt Angel Reese And Her Pursuit To Get Rooke Of The Year Honors
Throughout the season, rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese competed tightly for the Rookie of the Year award.
It became a hot debate during the season on who would end up winning the award when it was all said and done.
As we saw, Clark would win it after she finished the season averaging 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 8.4 assists per game, showing off her unique all-around game in a dazzling debut season.
But still, it was a tight battle between Reese and Clark.
Angel Reese set records throughout the year.
She holds the record for the most rebounds in a single season and is the first player in WNBA history to have three consecutive 20-rebound games.
Reese averaged 13.6 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists on the season before an injury caused her to miss crucial games down the stretch.
Angel Reese Made The Most Surprising Bet Ever On Shaquille O’Neal Missing A Free-Throw, And The Result Is Not What Anyone Expected
Angel Reese, Shaquille O’Neal (Images Credit: Getty Images)
In a surprising moment that has caught the attention of sports fans and social media, Angel Reese, a rising star in the WNBA, made headlines with a bold bet involving NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. The bet, which revolved around O’Neal’s notorious free-throw shooting skills, ended in a way that no one anticipated
Reese, known for her competitive spirit, jokingly wagered $100,000 that O’Neal would miss a free throw, as seen in a video she posted Wednesday on her Instagram Story. “$100,000 dollars if you make this shot. Let’s see,” Reese said. O’Neal’s well-documented struggles with free throws during his NBA career made this bet particularly audacious. The two were in a gym, seemingly filming content, when the bet was made.
Angel Reese just bet her whole WNBA rookie salary on Shaq missing a free throw
He drained itpic.twitter.com/v4XcozwtQQ
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) October 2, 2024
Angel Reese and Shaquille O’Neal have a close relationship, with the Chicago Sky forward affectionately calling him “uncle.” Their bond started during her time at LSU, where O’Neal is also an alumnus. He has supported her throughout her career, and their fun interaction over the bet highlights their friendship.
The bet was significant because it represented much of Reese’s salary as a rookie in the WNBA. She signed a four-year contract worth about $324,383, averaging around $81,096 per year. By betting $100,000—more than 20% of her total contract—Reese raised eyebrows among fans and critics. Several lucrative sponsorship deals with brands like Reebok and Reese’s Pieces support Reese’s finances despite losing the bet.
