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Bronny James Signs NIL Deal With Nike

Bronny James, son of Los Angeles Lakers player LeBron James, signed with Nike amongst four other athletes for name, image, and likeness purposes. Bronny told Complex Sports, “For as long as I can remember, Nike has been a part of my family therefore getting a chance to them up with them and continue my family […]

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Juju Watkins Signs with Klutch for NIL

In a monumental deal, Klutch Sports Group, the brainchild of Rich Paul, current agent to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Ben Simmons, has signed its first female high school athlete to an NIL agreement: Judea “Juju” Watkins. The current California 11th grader from Sierra Canyon High School and number one female prospect for the class […]

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Agents Voice Displeasure With Rich Paul

Anonymous NBA agents have voiced their grievances after fellow agent Rich Paul hosted a pro day for Klutch Sports NBA draft prospects Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Maxey. The pro day was hosted by Paul and nationally televised on ESPN 2 with several Klutch Sports clients in attendance including LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Trae Young, and […]

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Opinion: Intersection of Sports & Social Justice

Two aspects of society have become intertwined, sports and social justice. Inequality in the criminal justice system had previously been a slow grumble, just under the surface. My peers try to bring a voice to the voiceless, the marginalized. A question we have long asked in my current profession is: Why don’t people care more […]

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Super Agent Rich Paul Launches “Klutch Conversations” During NBA All-Star Weekend

Rich Paul, the power house sports agent with Klutch Sports known for his relationship with LeBron James and representing prominent athletes like Anthony Davis and Ben Simmons, has broadened his influence within the industry. Klutch Conversations will be a new discussion panel with the purpose of developing in-depth social conversations. Chance the Rapper’s SocialWorks and […]

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Klutch Sports Has Acquired Revolution Sports Agency Solidifying its Stance in the NFL

Back in September there was speculation that Rich Paul and Klutch Sports were looking to transition to the NFL. Reported meetings and talks with agent Demarius Bilbo seemed to align with these rumors. Now the speculations have been confirmed with the acquisition of Revolution Sports and the announcement that Bilbo would lead the NFL Division. […]

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Chase Young and Jeff Okudah Sign With Klutch Sports

Ohio State DE Chase Young and Ohio State CB Jeff Okudah have chosen Klutch Sports for their representation. The Ohio State teammates join Klutch Sports as two Top-5 projected prospects in the 2020 NFL Draft. Damarius Bilbo will be the agent for both Young and Okudah. Klutch Sports founded by Rich Paul is best known […]

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United Talent Agency Partners With Rich Paul To Start Sports Division

Rich Paul, who founded Klutch Sports Group in 2012, is merging with United Talent Agency to start a sports division. Klutch will retain its own branding and operate under UTA. Paul stated to the New York Times that, “nothing changes” in terms of how Klutch’s basketball business will operate. It is unknown how big on […]

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Kyrie Irving Joins the Brooklyn Nets and Jay-Z’s Roc Nation

Moments after leading the Toronto Raptors to their first NBA title in franchise history, Kawhi Leonard quickly faced the impending reality of his uncertain future. In the midst of accepting his second Finals MVP Trophy, Kawhi was asked by ESPN’s Doris Burke what NBA fans across the country were presumably thinking, “How does this championship […]

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On To The Next One: Draymond Green Teams Up With Rich Paul

Klutch Sports recently announced the signing of Warriors forward Draymond Green. Green told his former agent, B.J. Armstrong of Wasserman Media Group, he would be changing his representation. Despite his friendship with LeBron James, Green made it clear that James did not recruit him to join Rich Paul and Klutch. “It’s impossible to say LeBron […]