Julian Reese, Pelicans Sign Two-Way Deal

Julian Reese and the New Orleans Pelicans have signed a Two-Way contract. Reese was acquired by the Denver Nuggets' G League affiliate in August and subsequently waived. Reese appeared in 13 games last season with the Washington Wizards, averaging 11.8 points, 10.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 steals in 30.9 minutes. Reese also appeared in 42 G League games, averaging 8.5 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 18.0 minutes. Reese went undrafted out of Maryland in 2025.