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[BSLZackKiesel]

Julian Reese is reportedly set to sign a two-way contract with the Washington Wizards. He’d been playing for the Toronto Raptors’ G-League affiliate.

This comes after the Wizards’ G-League affiliate signed Eric Ayala earlier this week.

[BSLZackKiesel]

Julian Reese is reportedly set to sign a two-way contract with the Washington Wizards. He’d been playing for the Toronto Raptors’ G-League affiliate

Reese is in the starting lineup for his debut with the Wizards in DC tonight.

[BSLMikeLowe]

Not a pretty debut for JuJu…had as many fouls (6) as he did points and rebounds combined in 28 minutes. But since the Wiz are embracing the tank once again, I’m sure he’ll get more opportunities to improve on that stat line.

[Mike B]

Not a pretty debut for JuJu…had as many fouls (6) as he did points and rebounds combined in 28 minutes. But since the Wiz are embracing the tank once again, I’m sure he’ll get more opportunities to improve on that stat line.

Only on a team like the Wizards can a player like JuJu walk inthe door on Sunday and start and play 28 minutes.  Good for him....the kid is sort of in the NBA.  If Washington qualifies.

[BSLMikeLowe]

Only on a team like the Wizards can a player like JuJu walk inthe door on Sunday and start and play 28 minutes.  Good for him....the kid is sort of in the NBA.  If Washington qualifies.

 

I did not watch the game, but since they were playing Houston last night, and given the relatively small lineup the Wiz had on the court, I'd wager he spent most of his 28 minutes guarding Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. So yeah, I'd say he made it. Welcome to the NBA, kid.

[BSLZackKiesel]

I did not watch the game, but since they were playing Houston last night, and given the relatively small lineup the Wiz had on the court, I'd wager he spent most of his 28 minutes guarding Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. So yeah, I'd say he made it. Welcome to the NBA, kid.

He forced three steals against Şengün, so that's something. Seems like he'll be getting the majority of his minutes at center until Sarr is back from injury.

[BaltBird 24]

Seems like Washington is tanking this season (I believe they have to be in the lottery to keep their 1st round pick) and trying to be somewhat relevant next season. We'll see how that goes for them.

[BSLChrisStoner]

Just saw highlights from a game 19 years ago with Gist, and Ibekwe... both nice pro careers, never an NBA game.

 

Even further back, I liked Jamar Smith... same thing. 
 

All similar types to Reese.   If nothing else, Reese has last night.   Congrats to him.

[Mike B]

I did not watch the game, but since they were playing Houston last night, and given the relatively small lineup the Wiz had on the court, I'd wager he spent most of his 28 minutes guarding Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. So yeah, I'd say he made it. Welcome to the NBA, kid.

I didn't watch either.  Verizon wants to charge me $16.00 a month for Monumental SPorts channels.  I am not a hockey guy and the Wiz aren't worth it.

Good for JuJu, sometimes all you need is a shot.  He is getting his, I hope he runs with it.

I did notice he only put up 3 shots, so they probably just asked him to bang under the boards, and play D.  He did have 3 steals.

[Mike B]

Just saw highlights from a game 19 years ago with Gist, and Ibekwe... both nice pro careers, never an NBA game.

 

Even further back, I liked Jamar Smith... same thing. 
 

All similar types to Reese.   If nothing else, Reese has last night.   Congrats to him.

Ibekwe had the weirdest release from the free throw line I have ever seen, but he was a good player,

[BaltBird 24]

My favorite random Maryland big, Bambale Osby!

[BSLMikeLowe]

Better night tonight….9 pts (4/6), 8 reb, 3 ast, and just 1 turnover in 33 minutes at Orlando. And he didn’t foul out.

[BSLZackKiesel]

Reese recorded the first double-double of his NBA career tonight, with 18 points and a whopping 20 rebounds against Utah.

He becomes the first Wizards rookie to record 20 or more rebounds since Tom Gugliotta in 1993.

[terpCP]

Reese recorded the first double-double of his NBA career tonight, with 18 points and a whopping 20 rebounds against Utah.

He becomes the first Wizards rookie to record 20 or more rebounds since Tom Gugliotta in 1993.

I am ecstatic for Julian, such a great kid, so loyal. That last season with the Crab Five was unforgettable. I hope he continues to do well.

[glenn__davis]

I am ecstatic for Julian, such a great kid, so loyal. That last season with the Crab Five was unforgettable. I hope he continues to do well.

 

Yeah, really cool for him.  Like Chris says regardless of how long the opportunity lasts he gets to say he played in the league.  And I have no idea what the minimum salary is in the NBA for a few games but it's gotta be decent right?

[BSLZackKiesel]

Yeah, really cool for him.  Like Chris says regardless of how long the opportunity lasts he gets to say he played in the league.  And I have no idea what the minimum salary is in the NBA for a few games but it's gotta be decent right?

He's on a two-way contract, which are set to $636,435 for this season (half of the rookie minimum). Since he signed during the middle of the year it's pro-rated, but if he's on the roster for the remainder of the year I believe he'd make about $292,760.

[glenn__davis]

He's on a two-way contract, which are set to $636,435 for this season (half of the rookie minimum). Since he signed during the middle of the year it's pro-rated, but if he's on the roster for the remainder of the year I believe he'd make about $292,760.

 

And I imagine he got some decent NIL money.  And even if his time in the NBA ends up being short he should be able to make a decent living overseas.  He should be set pretty well, plus I'm sure Angel is also doing quite well for herself.  

 

Really appreciate Julian staying all 4 years.

[BSLZackKiesel]

Reese set a new career-high with 26 points in Washington’s win over Utah last night. He also added 17 rebounds, and became just the second rookie in franchise history to record a double-double by halftime.

[BSLZackKiesel]

Today, Julian Reese became the fastest NBA player to record 100 rebounds since Shaquille O’Neal in 1992. He had his third double-double of the year, with 17 points and 16 rebounds.

[BSLZackKiesel]

Jahmir Young has signed a new two-year contract with Miami. He was one of the top players in the G-League this season as a two-way player for the Heat.