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Illinois Basketball Shines: Freshman Wagler Leads the Charge

2/26/2026

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Illinois basketball is having a strong season, ranked in the top ten at 22-6.
Keaton Wagler, a freshman guard for the University of Illinois, averages 18.2 points and 5.0 rebounds per game.
Head coach Brad Underwood defended Wagler against critics, emphasizing his growth and impact.
Illinois will face No. 3 Michigan next.
The Big Ten Tournament is scheduled to begin on March 10 in Chicago.

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Story summary

Illinois basketball is having a strong season, ranked in the top ten at 22-6.
Keaton Wagler, a freshman guard for the University of Illinois, averages 18.2 points and 5.0 rebounds per game.
Head coach Brad Underwood defended Wagler against critics, emphasizing his growth and impact.
Illinois will face No. 3 Michigan next.
The Big Ten Tournament is scheduled to begin on March 10 in Chicago.