Lexie Brown

Lexie Brown is an American professional basketball player in the Women’s National Basketball Association who has built a reputation as a versatile guard with deep range and strong court vision. Born on September 24, 1994, in Suitland, Maryland, Brown comes from an athletic family as the daughter of former NBA slam dunk champion Dee Brown, who famously won the 1991 NBA Slam Dunk Contest while playing for the Boston Celtics. Growing up around professional basketball gave Lexie an early understanding of the game that would shape her career.

Brown played college basketball at the University of Maryland for two seasons before transferring to Duke University, where she became one of the ACC’s top players. At Duke, she averaged over 16 points per game as a senior and was named to the All-ACC team. The Connecticut Sun selected her with the ninth overall pick in the 2018 WNBA Draft. She has since played for multiple WNBA teams including the Connecticut Sun, Minnesota Lynx, Indiana Fever, Chicago Sky, and Los Angeles Sparks, proving her value as a reliable scorer and floor general.

Beyond her playing career, Brown has become a prominent voice in women’s basketball media and content creation. She has been active on social media platforms, providing commentary and behind-the-scenes looks at WNBA life that have helped grow the league’s visibility. Her engaging personality and basketball knowledge have opened doors to media opportunities and endorsement deals that supplement her playing salary.

As women’s basketball continues to experience unprecedented growth in viewership and commercial interest, Brown has positioned herself to benefit from the rising tide. Her combination of on-court talent, media presence, and growing endorsement portfolio has brought her estimated net worth to approximately $1 million as of 2026.