Reece Beekman is an American professional basketball player recognized for his defensive skills and playmaking abilities.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Reece Beekman
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: October 8, 2001
- Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Height: 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
- Weight: 198 pounds (90 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 6.5 inches (199 cm)
- Shoe Size: Size 11 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Point Guard
- Jersey Number: 0
- High School: Scotlandville Magnet High School (Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
- Led the team to a 131-14 record and four Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) 5A state championships.
- Named Louisiana Mr. Basketball in 2020, averaging 19.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, 9.9 assists, 2.7 blocks, and 2.2 steals per game.
- 2019-20 Louisiana Gatorade Player of the Year.
- College: University of Virginia (2019–2023)
- Four-year starter under head coach Tony Bennett.
- Averaged 9.4 points, 5.3 assists, and 4.0 rebounds per game over his collegiate career.
- Named the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Defensive Player of the Year in 2023.
- Declared for the 2024 NBA Draft following his senior season.
- NBA Draft: Selected by the Brooklyn Nets with the 51st overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
- Professional Teams:
- Brooklyn Nets (2024–Present):
- Signed a Two-Way Contract with the Nets.
- Assigned to the Long Island Nets, the Nets’ NBA G League affiliate, for development.
- Brooklyn Nets (2024–Present):
- Championship Rings: None to date.
Personal Life:
- Children: None
- Siblings: Information not publicly available
Reece Beekman is known for his defensive prowess, playmaking abilities, and leadership on the court. His transition to the NBA marks the beginning of his professional career, where he aims to make a significant impact with the Brooklyn Nets.