Angel Reese’s Brother Julian Reese Proves it Runs in the Family After Reaching Huge Rebounding Milestone With Maryland

In a testament to what feels like a family legacy of rebounding dominance, Julian Reese cemented his place in Maryland basketball history by grabbing his 1,000th career rebound during the NCAA Tournament game against Colorado State on March 23.

The achievement mirrors the success of his sister, Angel Reese, who has already made her mark as a rebounding force in the WNBA with the Chicago Sky — proof that pulling down boards truly runs in the Reese family.

Reese hit the milestone at the 7:13 mark of the first half, securing his fifth rebound of the game. This season, he’s averaged 13.3 points and 9.0 rebounds per game and he has recorded 37 career double-doubles — numbers that rank among the best in program history. Throughout his time at Maryland, Reese has been a consistent force on the glass, giving the Terps a reliable inside presence.

Maryland Basketball Celebrates Historic Achievement

The Maryland men’s basketball program wasted no time celebrating the rare feat, sharing the moment on X. The post was simple but powerful: “Len Elmore. Julian Reese. The only Terps with 1,000 career rebounds. Congrats, Juju!”

Len Elmore.
Julian Reese.

The only Terps with 1,000 career rebounds.

Congrats, Juju! 🎉 pic.twitter.com/C9zZvW96Zd

— Maryland Men’s Basketball (@TerrapinHoops) March 23, 2025

The post puts him in elite company, joining Maryland legend Len Elmore as the only player in program history to hit the 1,000-rebound mark — a club that had remained singular in its membership for nearly 50 years until Julian’s name was added.

Maryland’s acknowledgment highlights the significance of Reese’s milestone while connecting his present-day dominance to the program’s rich basketball history.

A Rebounding Legacy: The Reese Family Connection

The Reese family has made a name for itself when it comes to rebounding. Angel Reese took the WNBA by storm as a rookie with the Chicago Sky in 2024, averaging 13.6 points and leading the league with 13.1 rebounds per game.

Angel also set single-season records for rebounds and posted 10 straight double-doubles — the longest streak ever by a rookie. Before her pro career, she totaled 1,426 rebounds during her college stops at Maryland and LSU, showcasing the family’s natural talent for crashing the boards.

After Julian’s milestone, Angel chimed in on social media with a simple — and very sibling-like — response: “duhhhhh.” The post reflected both pride and the expectation that rebounding greatness is just part of being a Reese.

Whether it’s genetics, shared workouts, or a family mindset focused on mastering one of basketball’s toughest skills, the Reese siblings have secured their place as elite rebounders at every level.

Maryland beat Colorado State 72-71 at the buzzer, setting a date with Florida on Thursday.