On Wednesday, NFL legend Tom Brady welcomed Paige Bueckers, a standout player for the Dallas Wings, as she unveiled a multi-year partnership with the digital sports giant Fanatics. This collaboration, valued at $25 billion according to Forbes, marks Bueckers” first exclusive deal for autographed memorabilia.
In a video shared on Instagram through both Brady”s and Fanatics” official accounts, the seven-time Super Bowl champion expressed his admiration for Bueckers” competitive nature and her ability to deliver clutch performances. The press release from Fanatics highlighted that the exclusive memorabilia line will encompass various items celebrating Bueckers” journey through college and professional basketball. This will include autographed basketballs, jerseys, photos, shoes, and game-used items.
Bueckers shared her enthusiasm for the partnership, stating that it provides an opportunity to connect more deeply with her fans. Her impressive accomplishments include being named both the Gatorade National Player of the Year and Athlete of the Year during her high school career. As a freshman at college, she made headlines by sweeping significant 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 2025, setting a record for the most points scored in NCAA Tournament history. Following her collegiate success, she was selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft and subsequently earned Rookie of the Year honors.
Looking ahead, Paige Bueckers is set to compete for Unrivaled as a member of Breeze BC, continuing her remarkable athletic journey.
