NILOSOPHY
Hosted by college basketball star Deja Kelly, NILOSOPHY offers an inside look at the world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) from the perspective of the athletes and executives navigating this quickly evolving landscape. The show features candid conversations about wealth, personal branding, legacy, and highlighting how NIL presents an opportunity for college athletes to build their names and create lasting impact, both on and off the field.
NILOSOPHY
Paige Bueckers Talks New WNBA CBA, Favorite NIL Deals, the Media & More
In this episode of NILOSOPHY, Deja Kelly sits down with Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, for an unfiltered interview. From dominating at UConn to navigating injuries, NIL deals, and building a brand off the court -- Paige shares it all.
🔥 In this episode:
- Why Paige left UConn after five years
- How she built a multi-million dollar NIL brand from scratch
- The real business behind NIL deals, social media, and agents
- What it’s like to get drafted and play for the Dallas Wings
- Behind-the-scenes stories from working with Nike, Gatorade, Verizon & more
- Why she’s fighting for change in the WNBA's next CBA
Paige also reflects on the power of relationships, her coach Geno Auriemma’s evolution in the NIL era, and the real mental toll of being a public figure at the top of the game.