AJ Dybantsa's Nike Deal Gets Big Update Before NBA Draft
AJ Dybantsa, a top prospect for the 2026 NBA Draft, has transitioned his Nike NIL deal into a professional basketball partnership with the brand ahead of his draft year. The former BYU star, who was the No. 1 recruit in his class, had a standout freshman season, earning First Team All-American honors and leading the Big 12 in scoring. Dybantsa also unveiled a new personal logo tied to his 'Star Boy' nickname, symbolizing his journey and resilience under pressure.
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By Matt AudiletContributing Sports WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.AJ Dybantsa is one of the top prospects in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft.Dybantsa was a Nike sponsored athlete before he even stepped foot on campus for his first and only collegiate season with the BYU Cougars, signing an NIL deal with the sports apparel giant in January 2024. Now as the highly-touted prospect transitions to the professional level, he's updating the terms of his contract.Dybantsa's NIL deal is transitioning to a pro basketball partnership with Nike, he told ESPN on Wednesday."It means everything," Dybantsa said, via ESPN NBA insider Dave McMenamin.
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