About Jessica Breland
Born 1988. Jessica Breland is an American basketball player.
Jessica Nicole Breland (born February 23, 1988) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) from 2011 to 2021.
Early life and education Born in New York City, Breland grew up in Kelford, North Carolina,
College career
In 2009, when playing for the North Carolina Tar Heels, Breland was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph system. She underwent chemotherapy and had to sit out the 2009–10 season, but recovered.
Professional career Breland was selected in the second round of the 2011 WNBA draft (13th overall) by the Minnesota Lynx. She was then traded to New York. She signed a free agent contract with the Chicago Sky in 2014.
On February 2, 2018, Breland signed a contract with the Atlanta Dream.
On February 19, 2020, Breland was traded to the Phoenix Mercury in a three-team deal.
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WNBA Regular season
Playoffs
College
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Jessica Breland?
American basketball player (born 1988)
When was Jessica Breland born?
Jessica Breland was born on 23 February 1988 in Brooklyn.
What is Jessica Breland's occupation?
Jessica Breland is a basketball player.
What nationality is Jessica Breland?
Jessica Breland is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jessica Breland. https://biography.guide/jessica-breland/
MLA: "Jessica Breland." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jessica-breland/.
Chicago: "Jessica Breland." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jessica-breland/.
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