But it seems like fate had basketball written in the stars for Alex Reese. After stepping away, Alex Reese made a big-time comeback in 2024, suiting up for the Portland Blazers’ G-League squad during the 2023-24 season. This time, he leveled up and caught people’s attention with his game, proving he still had the skills. His solid run in the NBA Summer League, where he dropped over 7 points in 5 games, got the Oklahoma City Thunder looking his way. They must’ve seen something in him that fits their squad’s vibe, and who knows—maybe we’ll be seeing a lot more of him on the court soon. Also, he ran into some trouble with the law during his college years.
Alex Reese faced arrest for public intoxication
In March 2020, Alex Reese faced a difficult moment when he was arrested for public intoxication at just 20 years old. According to the Tuscaloosa police, Reese was spotted around 3:30 a.m. walking along Lurleen Wallace Blvd. and Stillman Blvd. Officers observed that he was under the influence of alcohol and, concerned for his safety, determined he was a danger to himself. He was taken into custody and placed in the Tuscaloosa County jail with a $300 bond.
After his arrest, Alex Reese was deeply remorseful and took responsibility for his actions. He publicly expressed his regret, even putting out a heartfelt tweet apologizing for his behavior that night. The tweet read, “As you all know, early this morning I was arrested. I sincerely apologize to my family, my teammates and coaches, and to the University of Alabama for misrepresenting what this school and athletic program stand for. What happened is not indicative of how my parents raised me. Moving forward, I will be using this poor decision of mine as one to learn and grow from.”
Now, Reese seems to have put all of that behind him, ready to start fresh with his NBA journey alongside the Oklahoma City Thunder. What are your thoughts on him?