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.