Angel Reese's brother lands new NBA contract after leaving Los Angeles Lakers
One day after Angel Reese's Victoria's Secret debut, her brother Julian Reese signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Raptors, to extend his NBA dream
Angel Reese is having a week most athletes can only dream of, and now her younger brother is getting his own moment in the spotlight. Less than 24 hours after Reese made her runway debut as the first professional athlete to walk as a Victoria’s Secret Angel, her brother Julian Reese signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Toronto Raptors, giving him another shot to prove he belongs on an NBA floor.
While Angel continues to expand her cultural reach as both a WNBA star and pop-culture figure, Julian is fighting his way into the league after going undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft. His signing marks a potential turning point in a young career that began with the Los Angeles Lakers during the NBA Summer League in a short-lived stint that provided just enough to get another chance.
Julian Reese appeared in two Summer League games for the Lakers, averaging 4.0 points and 3.0 rebounds in 12.8 minutes while shooting 50 percent from the field. Despite limited minutes, team scouts praised his rebounding instincts and interior presence.
The Lakers ultimately chose not to retain him, but the Raptors' front office saw upside.
Reese has signed a one-year, non-guaranteed deal with Toronto. The contract allows the team to convert him into a two-way player or assign him to their G League affiliate, Raptors 905.
The deals usually include a bonus of up to $75,000 for spending at least 60 days with the affiliate, emphasizing dedication and development over quick fame.
In practical terms, Exhibit 10 acts as a low-risk, high-reward agreement for both parties.
Players gain access to NBA training camps and the opportunity to prove themselves within a team's system, while franchises retain flexibility to develop prospects without long-term salary implications.
Toronto's signing of Reese came just one day after a series of roster cuts that reshaped the back end of the team's depth chart.
The Raptors waived two-way center Ulrich Chomche, guards AJ Lawson and Jared Rhoden, forward David Roddy, and center Olivier Sarr, trimming their roster to 14 active players and two two-way slots.
With preseason nearly over and the final roster deadline scheduled for 5 p.m. ET on Monday, October 20, Reese steps in at the last second to prove himself.
The Raptors (3-2) will conclude their preseason at Scotiabank Arena on Friday night with a game against the Brooklyn Nets.
Reese's name was on the team's roster for the matchup, but he did not see any minutes during the first half and into the third quarter.
If he can stick with Toronto beyond training camp, Reese will become part of a young, evolving Raptors roster built around Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Brandon Ingram.