Duop Reath Bio
Duop Thomas Reath is a South Sudanese-Australian professional basketball player who most recently played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the Portland Trail Blazers. A 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) center weighing 245 lb (111 kg), Reath built his career across Serbia, Australia, China, and Lebanon before reaching the NBA. Internationally, he represented Australia at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, helping the Boomers capture a bronze medal.
Early Life and Background
Duop Thomas Reath was born on 26 June 1996 in Waat, in what is now Jonglei State, South Sudan. At the age of nine, he moved with his parents and six siblings to Brisbane, Australia, eventually settling in Perth, where he attended Girrawheen Senior High School. Reath is the oldest of seven children.
During his childhood in Australia, Reath first played soccer and dreamed of representing the Socceroos. A significant growth spurt during year 10 redirected his athletic path toward basketball, where his size quickly became an advantage. He also played seven games for the Kalamunda Eastern Suns of the State Basketball League during the 2014 season, gaining early competitive experience.
Path to Basketball
Reath began his college career at Lee College in Baytown, Texas, playing for the Runnin’ Rebels from 2014 to 2016. As a freshman in 2014–15, he averaged 6.9 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, then emerged as a sophomore with 14.6 points and 8.4 rebounds per game in 2015–16.
In 2016, Reath transferred to LSU, joining the Tigers of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). He appeared in 31 games as a junior in 2016–17, averaging 12.0 points, 6.7 rebounds and 0.8 assists, and was named SEC Player of the Week in the first week. He followed that with a senior season in 2017–18 in which he averaged 12.6 points and 5.3 rebounds, scored a career-high 31 points against Vanderbilt on 20 January 2018, and was again named SEC Player of the Week. After going undrafted in the 2018 NBA draft, Reath signed with the Dallas Mavericks for the 2018 NBA Summer League.
Duop Reath Career
Early Career (2018–2021)
On 1 August 2018, Reath signed a three-year contract with the Serbian team FMP, beginning his professional career in the Adriatic League. In July 2019, he joined the Brooklyn Nets for the 2019 NBA Summer League to showcase his skills. On 1 August 2020, he signed with the Serbian club Crvena zvezda for the 2020–21 season, where he won both the Adriatic League championship and the Serbian League championship in 2021.
Illawarra Hawks and Qingdao Eagles (2021–2023)
On 19 June 2021, Reath returned to Australia, signing with the Illawarra Hawks of the National Basketball League for the 2021–22 season. He then joined the Phoenix Suns for the 2022 NBA Summer League. Moving to Asia, Reath signed with the Qingdao Eagles of the Chinese Basketball Association for 2022–23, averaging 18.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 2.0 blocks across 39 appearances.
Al Riyadi Beirut (2023)
In April 2023, Reath joined Al Riyadi Beirut of Lebanon. He debuted on 19 April 2023 in the West Asia Super League (WASL), scoring 24 points in a semifinal win over Beirut Club. He helped Al Riyadi capture the West Asia subdivision title, posting a team-high 29 points in the decisive Game 2 of the finals against Shahrdari Gorgan, and was also part of the Lebanese Basketball League championship that year.
Portland Trail Blazers Era (2023–2026)
On 30 June 2023, Reath joined the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2023 NBA Summer League. Following the 2023 FIBA World Cup, he signed a one-year deal on 2 October but was waived on 21 October, then re-signed three days later on a two-way contract. Reath made his NBA debut on 12 November against the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 11 points with three made three-pointers. On 26 December 2023, he posted a career-high 25 points with nine rebounds in a 130–113 win over the Sacramento Kings, and on 16 February 2024 he signed a standard contract with the Trail Blazers.
On 2 February 2025, Reath was assigned to the Rip City Remix of the NBA G League, making 46 appearances for Portland during the 2024–25 NBA season with averages of 4.2 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 0.6 assists. In the 2025–26 NBA season, he appeared in 32 games, averaging 2.9 points and 1.2 rebounds in 8.1 minutes. On 29 January 2026, he underwent season-ending foot surgery to repair a stress fracture. On 1 February 2026, Reath was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Vít Krejčí, and on 5 February 2026, the Hawks waived him.
Driving Style and Strengths
Reath is a stretch center whose combination of size and perimeter shooting stands out. He has proven capable of stepping out beyond the three-point line while also protecting the rim, and his stint in the Chinese Basketball Association reflected a versatile inside-out skill set that translated to the NBA.
Notable Events and Milestones
Reath’s signature moments include his Olympic bronze medal with Australia at the 2020 Tokyo Games, his back-to-back Adriatic and Serbian League titles with Crvena zvezda in 2021, and his 25-point career high against Sacramento in December 2023. His journey from South Sudan to Brisbane to the NBA underscores one of the league’s more unconventional paths to professional basketball.
Duop Reath Career Wins
Reath has built a decorated professional résumé with championships across three continents. His most prominent titles include the Adriatic League and Serbian League championships in 2021 with Crvena zvezda, and the WASL West Asia League and Lebanese Basketball League championships in 2023 with Al Riyadi Beirut.
International Club Highlights
Reath’s 2020–21 campaign with Crvena zvezda produced two major trophies, the Adriatic League title and the Serbian League title. In 2023 with Al Riyadi Beirut, he added the WASL West Asia League crown and the Lebanese Basketball League championship, delivering a 29-point performance in the WASL finals.
Other Wins and Performances
Reath also posted strong individual showings in the Chinese Basketball Association with the Qingdao Eagles in 2022–23, averaging a near double-double of 18.2 points and 7.8 rebounds across 39 games. He has represented Australia at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the 2023 FIBA World Cup, and the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Duop Reath Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Reath was raised in a large family as the oldest of seven children. His parents, Thomas Duop and Nyanen Juch, brought the family from Waat to Brisbane when he was nine years old, before they eventually settled in Perth. He has six siblings, Sebit, Chuatwech, Nyadang, Chat, Chol, and Dinaay, and his brother Sebit plays in the NBL1 West league for the East Perth Eagles.
Personal Life
Reath has built much of his life around basketball and his family, relocating multiple times between South Sudan, Australia, and Europe to pursue his career. His path from a refugee background to the NBA has been widely noted as an inspiration to young players.
2025 Season Performance
During the 2024–25 NBA season, Reath made 46 appearances for the Portland Trail Blazers, averaging 4.2 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game while also being assigned to the Rip City Remix in the NBA G League. His role within Portland’s frontcourt rotation gave him valuable experience against high-level competition.
Reath was part of Australia’s Boomers squad for the 2024 Paris Olympics, continuing his role as a trusted veteran presence in international play. The combination of NBA minutes and national team duty further cemented his standing as a reliable contributor at both club and country levels.
