COURTVISION with Ven-Allen Lubin, Episode 6: Who’s Really Protecting College Athletes in the NIL Era?This episode explores how college athletes stay grounded amid NIL-era pressures, public criticism, and social media. Mike Waddell interviews NC State forward Ven-Allen Lubin after an 82–58 win over North Carolina, discussing the external pressure of facing his former team, the team's growing chemistry after tough losses, and a postgame "belt" celebration in the locker room. Lubin describes how the team uses a week off before Duke to recover and prepare, outlining his routine of treatment, recovery work, massages, rest, and film study. The episode focuses on Lubin's fiancée, Dayanara, as a key part of his support system and as his social media manager, who deletes hateful comments, blocks users, and shields him from harmful messages while still sharing positive fan interactions. They share their relationship history from high school in Orlando, their 2027 engagement plans, the role of faith during long-distance years, and advice centered on communication, honesty, and trust. The conversation also covers the physical and mental wear and tear of being a modern college athlete, appreciation for loyal fans (especially kids), Lubin's desire to give back, and his reflections on whether he'd want his future children to play college basketball and how he might approach coaching them.00:00 NIL Era Grounding01:50 UNC Rivalry Win03:47 Brotherhood and Resilience04:56 Locker Room Belt06:39 Week Off Prep07:41 Recovery Routine09:03 Fiancee as Anchor11:54 Sponsor Break Sammy's12:42 Dianara Joins Show14:04 Origin and Engagement17:52 Social Media Shield22:57 Faith and Long Distance25:54 Wear and Tear Today27:36 Future Pro Journey29:00 Sponsor Break Amedeo's29:47 Overtime Life Lessons31:52 Youth Hoops Memories33:49 Giving Back to Kids34:52 Final SendoffWelcome to the North Carolina Sports Network!Your home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState