Keaton Wagler has gone from overlooked recruit to one of the top freshmen in the country, landing at No. 5 on EvanMiya’s national rankings—despite starting the season ranked 131st. His breakout performance is fueling Illinois’ strong start, and he’s not alone: David Mirkovic, another freshman, is making his own mark. It’s wild to see two first-year players leading a top-20 team, especially when neither was hyped coming in. What do you think makes a player like Wagler stand out when so many others get more attention? Is this the new normal for college basketball? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #CollegeHoops