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Miles Kelly didn’t just level up—he shot up, quite literally. As a 5-foot-6 freshman, he had to rely on crafty shooting to get his buckets. Now, at 6-foot-6, he no longer has to work so hard to see over defenders. “It’s better to be taller than short in the basketball world,” Kelly once said. “But it’s helped tremendously, me being able to get my shot off over people, being able to shoot over people, being able to drive the lanes, being able to finish over guards”.

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Last season alone, he drained 14 threes from 25-plus feet—a domain usually reserved for heat checks and prayer shots. But Kelly isn’t just growing his game; he’s growing his brand. With his sharpshooting magic and a prime role at Auburn, his NIL value is rising just as fast as his jumper. And it won’t be long before he is a threat not just from deep, but a player to watch in the business of college basketball.

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What are Miles Kelly’s NIL deals as of 2025?

As of March 2025, one of his key deals is with

Byron’s Smokehouse and Baumhower’s Victory Grille, two Auburn-area favorites.

Auburn’s ‘On To Victory’ NIL collective announced in late 2024 that Kelly was among athletes signed for promotional work, including social media posts and appearances, though exact financial details aren’t publicly specified. However, an

AL.com article by Matt Stahl, notes the collective’s focus is majorly on local business tie-ins. Industry norms from On3 suggest such deals for players of his caliber typically range from $10,000 to $20,000 annually, often with perks like free meals.

Which high school did Miles Kelly attend?

Kelly attended the Parkview High School, where he played under coach John Collins. As a star for the Panthers, he averaged an impressive 19.1 points per game, along with 5.8 rebounds and 2.0 steals. His performance earned him second-team all-county honors but his achievement went beyond athletics. Kelly excelled academically as well, maintaining a spot on the honor roll and dean’s list during his time at Parkview.

Kelly then went to Hargrave Military Academy for his final high school season. Under coach Thomas Messinger and with Kelly on the roster, the team’s only loss came against DME Academy in the opening round of the National Prep Championship. Needless to say, Kelly’s stats at Hargrave were just as impressive. His 3.4 made three-pointers per game and 46.1% three-point shooting percentage earned him a second rank on the team. Also, his 7.1 deflections were the highest among the Tigers. On February 23, Kelly joined an elite group by surpassing 1,000 career points, scoring a team-high 27 points in a win over Hosanna College. His remarkable performance made him eligible for a nomination for the McDonald’s All-American Game.

What is Miles Kelly’s net worth and salary?

As a college athlete, he earns no salary, making NIL his primary income source. The star is expected to be part of the 2025 NBA draft after opting out in 2023 and 2024. Considering his abilities and potential, Miles could attract a decent draft pick that will help him develop his profile.

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Kunal Chawda is a WNBA and NCAA basketball writer at EssentiallySports with a rich background in marketing and storytelling. Inspired by ‘Mamba Mentality,’ Kunal, ever the explorer, is an early admirer of Sabrina Ionescu and Caitlin Clark’s game. A lifelong sports fanatic, Kunal has been religiously following basketball, soccer, and tennis since 2002. With experience competing in professional tournaments and four years of writing under his belt, he excels at uncovering narratives that go far beyond the scoreboard. When Kunal isn’t writing, you’ll find him immersed in a mystery novel, always in pursuit of the next great story to unravel.

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