23-year-old Jenna Barber is a student at Logan College of Chiropractic.
Austin Reaves, the 26-year-old dynamic shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, has garnered significant attention for his playmaking abilities, scoring efficiency, and high IQ plays.
Equally intriguing to fans is his off-court life, particularly his relationship with girlfriend Jenna Barber, whom he has been dating since 2014 while still in high school.
Jenna Barber was born on December 20, 2000, to her parents, Sandra and Brian Barber, in Newark, Arkansas, which is also Reaves’ hometown.
She grew up alongside her twin sister, Jordan Barber Wheeler, and a younger sister, Jaden Barber.
Jenna attended Cedar Ridge High School, excelling academically and participating in various extracurricular activities.
Jenna and Austin’s paths crossed at Cedar Ridge, where Austin was already a standout basketball player.
Growing up together in a close-knit community, they bonded over shared experiences and began their young relationship in 2014.
Reaves was 16 at the time, while Barber was 14.
Don't let the smile fool you, this young man can hoop, Austin Reaves 6' 5" PG from Cedar Ridge, 30 pts C-C for Win pic.twitter.com/k95dxSUNkj
— Arkansas Wings 1980 Till! (@arwingshistory) July 20, 2015
After high school, Jenna pursued higher education at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, where she earned an associate’s degree in science, graduating magna cum laude in May 2020.
She continued her studies at the University of Arkansas, graduating in December 2022.
Currently, Jenna is enrolled at Logan College of Chiropractic.
In addition to her academic pursuits, Jenna has gained practical experience in the healthcare sector.
She worked at Newark Pharmacy from August 2019 to August 2020.
Her twin, Jordan, lives in Arkansas with her husband, Keaton Wheeler.
She was seen joining her sister in the stands at a 2003 playoff game.
Austin Reaves, born on May 29, 1998, in Newark, Arkansas, had a standout high school career at Cedar Ridge, where he won back-to-back state titles and earned MVP honors.
He began his collegiate career at Wichita State, where he played for two seasons before transferring to the University of Oklahoma.
At Oklahoma, Reaves emerged as a key player, earning First-Team All-Big 12 honors in his senior year.
Despite going undrafted in the 2021 NBA Draft, Reaves signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he quickly made a name for himself with his versatile play and high basketball IQ, becoming a valuable asset to the team.
Can’t play better defense than Austin Reaves played here on Franz Wagner #LakeShow pic.twitter.com/Wf1mVbc073
— Eric Sklar (@TheDukeOfSports) November 22, 2024
Jenna has been a steadfast supporter throughout Austin’s basketball journey—from his college days at Wichita State and the University of Oklahoma to his professional career with the Los Angeles Lakers.
She has attended numerous games, often wearing his jersey and cheering from the stands.
Despite Austin’s rising fame, the couple has maintained a relatively private personal life.
Jenna occasionally shares glimpses of their relationship on social media, expressing her admiration and support for Austin.
On his birthday in May 2023, she posted a heartfelt message, writing,
happy birthday to my person!!! i hope your day was full of golf
FACEBOOK
love you so much!
Beyond their individual pursuits, Jenna and Austin share a love for outdoor activities, golf, and travel.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- On March 19, 2023, Reaves scored a career-high 35 points in a game against the Orlando Magic.
- In 2023, Reaves was selected to represent Team USA in the FIBA World Cup.
- Austin Reaves has a German grandmother, which allowed him to obtain a German passport in 2022.
