History of Paul Reed (basketball) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 9, 2026

Paul Reed, known as "BBall Paul," is an American professional basketball player currently with the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. Prior to his NBA career, Reed played college basketball for the DePaul Blue Demons. He is recognized for his basketball skills and contributions to the sport.

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June 14, 1999: Paul Reed's Birth

On June 14, 1999, Paul Reed, later nicknamed "BBall Paul", was born. He would become an American professional basketball player.

2019: College Basketball Invitational

In 2019, Paul Reed averaged 18.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, 2.7 blocks, and 2.2 steals in the College Basketball Invitational, helping lead the Blue Demons to the best-of-three final.

2020: Declared for the 2020 NBA draft

After the 2020 season, Paul Reed declared for the 2020 NBA draft, foregoing his final season of eligibility after being named Second Team All-Big East, averaging 15.1 points and finishing second in the conference in rebounds (10.7), blocks (2.6) and steals (1.9).

2020: Drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2020 NBA draft

In 2020, Paul Reed was drafted in the second round with the 58th overall selection in the 2020 NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers.

January 4, 2021: NBA Debut

On January 4, 2021, Paul Reed made his NBA debut, playing the final 90 seconds of the game and scoring two points in a 118–101 win over the Charlotte Hornets.

March 26, 2021: Contract Conversion

On March 26, 2021, the 76ers announced that they had converted Paul Reed to a standard NBA contract.

November 27, 2022: Rebounds and Points

On November 27, 2022, Paul Reed grabbed 13 rebounds and scored 12 points during a win over the Orlando Magic.

May 2, 2023: Game 1 Win

On May 2, 2023, Paul Reed sank four clutch free throws, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to win Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semi-finals against the Boston Celtics.