NFL legend Tom Brady welcomed Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers on Wednesday as she unveiled a multi-year partnership with the digital sports giant Fanatics. This collaboration, recently valued at $25 billion by Forbes, represents an exclusive agreement for autographed memorabilia, marking Bueckers” first exclusive deal of this kind.
In a video shared on Instagram via both Brady”s and Fanatics” official accounts, the seven-time Super Bowl champion warmly greeted Bueckers, commending her competitive nature and clutch performances. A press release from Fanatics detailed that this exclusive line will feature memorabilia and collectibles from Bueckers” college and professional careers, including autographed basketballs, jerseys, photos, shoes, and game-used items.
Bueckers expressed her enthusiasm for joining forces with Fanatics, highlighting how this partnership will enhance her connection with fans. Her impressive athletic credentials speak for themselves; in high school, she was honored with both the Gatorade National Player of the Year and Athlete of the Year awards. As a freshman in college, she made history by sweeping major national awards, which included the Wooden Award, Naismith Award, AP National Player of the Year, and USBWA National Player of the Year.
A three-time consensus All-American, Bueckers led the UConn Huskies to the NCAA championship in her final collegiate season in 2025 and set a school record for the highest points scored in NCAA Tournament history. She was subsequently selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft by the Dallas Wings, where she later earned Rookie of the Year honors. Bueckers is set to compete next for Unrivaled as a member of Breeze BC.
