NBA Draft Prospects Take NIL Brand Lessons From College Into Their Pro Deals

Jarace Walker and Gradey Dick join the big show with help from Philips Norelco

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On Wednesday afternoon just before the NBA Draft, Jarace Walker was being fitted for the last of four suits he’d wear before, during and after the event. The next time he wore this particular garment, he’d be a professional basketball player.

As a tailor pinned back white fabric and took additional measurements, Walker recounted some of the steps he’d toward turning pro since ending his March Madness run with the University of Houston. He’d hired agency WME to handle his business concerns while he focused on the tournament, Draft combine and tryouts.

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