How NIL money is reshaping the NBA draft: Fewer early entrants, more college stars staying put

Posted Jun 26, 2025
It’s been four years since college athletes were permitted to profit off the use of their name, image and likeness (NIL), opening the door for athlete compensation that was once forbidden by NCAA rules. Next week marks the official start of revenue sharing where schools can begin directly paying athletes following the $2.8 billion House antitrust settlement. (Associated Press)

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