Coleman Hawkins Joins Kansas State with Record $2M NIL Deal

The Illinois transfer's historic agreement sets a new standard in college basketball compensation.

Hawkins' $2 million NIL deal is the highest-known compensation for a college basketball player this season.
He averaged 12.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game last year for Illinois.
Kansas State's recruitment of Hawkins followed his withdrawal from the NBA Draft.
The Wildcats' new roster includes several high-profile transfers, boosting their national ranking.
Hawkins' move underscores Kansas State's growing influence in the NIL landscape.