Lexie Brown Bio
Alexis Kiah “Lexie” Brown is an American professional basketball player for the Seattle Storm of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). She previously played for the Chicago Sky, Minnesota Lynx, Connecticut Sun, and Los Angeles Sparks in the WNBA. Brown was the ninth overall pick by the Sun in the 2018 WNBA draft. She played college basketball for the Maryland Terrapins and the Duke Blue Devils.
Early Life and Background
Lexie Brown was born on October 27, 1994, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Tammy and Dee Brown. Her father, Dee Brown, had a notable career in the NBA, playing for twelve years, most famously with the Boston Celtics, where he won the 1991 Slam Dunk Contest. Growing up in a sports-oriented family, Lexie was exposed to basketball from an early age, which significantly influenced her career path.
Brown began her high school career at Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, Florida, where she helped her team achieve its first-ever undefeated regular season. She later transferred to North Gwinnett High School in Suwanee, Georgia, where she led her team to the state semifinals in her junior year and to the Class 5-A state championship game in her senior year. Her high school accomplishments included playing for the A.O.T. AAU team and participating in the 2013 McDonald’s All-American Game.
Path to Basketball
Lexie Brown chose to play college basketball at the University of Maryland, where her freshman year was marked by significant success, including a trip to the Final Four of the NCAA tournament. She earned the nickname “Big Shot Brown” and was named to the ACC All-Freshman Team and the ACC All-Academic Team. During her sophomore year, she averaged 13.3 points per game and received numerous accolades, including All-Big Ten First Team and Big Ten Tournament Most Outstanding Player.
After her sophomore season, Brown transferred to Duke University to be closer to home. Following a year of sitting out due to NCAA transfer rules, she became a key player for the Blue Devils, setting an ACC record by making 56 consecutive free throws. Her performance earned her recognition as ACC Player of the Week.
Lexie Brown Career
Early Career (2018–2020)
Lexie Brown was drafted by the Connecticut Sun as the ninth overall pick in the 2018 WNBA draft. She made her professional debut on May 20, 2018, against the Las Vegas Aces, scoring 5 points in 10 minutes. In her rookie season, she played in 22 games, averaging 1.7 points per game. After the 2019 WNBA draft, the Minnesota Lynx traded for Brown, where she played a significant role off the bench, becoming one of the main bench scorers.
During her time with the Lynx, Brown had a standout game on June 8, 2019, scoring a career-high 21 points against the Los Angeles Sparks, hitting five three-pointers in that match. However, her journey took a turn when she was waived by Minnesota in April 2021.
Breakthrough (2021–Present)
In April 2021, Lexie Brown signed a training camp contract with the Chicago Sky. Although she was waived just before the season opener, she was re-signed in June and contributed to the team’s championship victory that year. In March 2022, she was traded to the Los Angeles Sparks, where she continued to showcase her skills on the court.
Brown faced challenges during the 2023 season, battling untreated and undiagnosed Crohn’s disease, which impacted her performance. On February 14, 2025, she was traded to the Seattle Storm, marking a new chapter in her career. As of now, she continues to play for the Storm, contributing her talents to the team.
Notable Works and Milestones
Throughout her career, Lexie Brown has achieved significant milestones, including being a WNBA champion in 2021 and earning multiple accolades such as being a three-time Third-Team All-American and the ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2018.
Lexie Brown Award Nominations
Lexie Brown has received several nominations throughout her career, reflecting her talent and contributions to the sport of basketball.
Lexie Brown Awards Won
Lexie Brown’s accolades include being a WNBA champion in 2021 and receiving multiple honors during her college career, such as being named to the All-Big Ten and ACC teams.
Lexie Brown Family
Lexie Brown is the daughter of Dee and Tammy Brown. Her father, Dee, is a former NBA player, which has influenced her basketball career.
Personal Life
Lexie Brown’s personal life remains private, with no publicly available information regarding her relationships or marital status.
