One of the coolest parts of being a D1 college basketball player was getting the chance to work with different brands through NIL. Most of these weren’t about money—they were product-for-post deals or just unique experiences. But they were all things I genuinely appreciated and didn’t take for granted. Here are some of the NIL deals I was lucky to be part of: 🏌️‍♂️ Golf Brands (Pluto Golf, Sunday Golf, 69 Golf, Lucky Golf) I reached out to these brands to build something mutually beneficial. I got: • Free golf shoes from Pluto Golf (love their designs) • A $400 Sunday Golf cart bag • A 69-degree wedge from 69 Golf for flop shots • Two wedges from Lucky Golf All just for creating content. Nothing crazy, but as someone who loves golf, it was a win. 🦾 McDavid Sleeves I’ve worn McDavid sleeves ever since I chipped my elbow in high school. Reaching out and getting to work with a brand I’ve used forever was a full-circle moment for me. They sent me sleeves and gear, and hopefully ther...