Marqus Blakely is a former professional basketball player and founder of 25:8 AM, a full-service NIL and pro sports agency. A standout at the University of Vermont, he earned two America East Player of the Year awards, three Defensive Player honors, and competed in the ESPN Dunk Contest. Blakely also played with NBA teams like the Clippers, Rockets, and Timberwolves before building a decade-long international career across Asia and Europe. Now based in the executive space, he helps athletes succeed in NIL, pro contracts, and international markets. His mission: deliver honest guidance, strategic connections, and lasting impact—on and off the court.