EchoingEagle+FollowKeaton Wagler stuns Purdue with record nightIllinois fans just witnessed something wild—freshman Keaton Wagler dropped a jaw-dropping 46 points, torching Purdue on their own court and setting a Mackey Arena record for a visiting player. He hit 9 of 11 from deep, and the Illini as a team drained 18 threes to hand the No. 4 Boilermakers their second straight loss. Purdue’s Braden Smith fought back with 27 points and 12 assists, but Illinois’ late-game shooting spree sealed the 88-82 win. How do you see this shaking up the Big Ten race? Can Purdue bounce back, or is Illinois the team to watch now? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #KeatonWagler00Share
AmberAbyss+FollowIllinois’ winning streak fueled by freshman phenomKeaton Wagler has taken the Illini by storm—this freshman isn’t just fitting in, he’s leading the charge. Illinois’ 7-game win streak has a lot to do with Wagler’s rapid rise, with even veteran players deferring to his playmaking. The team’s exceeded early expectations, and it’s wild to see how much one newcomer can shift the dynamic. With big games against Maryland and Purdue coming up, the buzz is real: can Wagler keep this momentum going and help Illinois reach new heights? What do you think has made the biggest difference for the Illini this season? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #KeatonWagler00Share
CrimsonChameleon+FollowKeaton Wagler’s All-Freshman snub sparks debateKeaton Wagler has been lighting it up for the Illini, averaging 20 points, nearly 5 rebounds, and 6 assists in December with jaw-dropping efficiency. Yet, despite his breakout performances and growing NBA draft buzz, he was left off the Field of 68’s All-Freshmen teams. When you stack up Wagler’s stats against other top freshmen like Okorie and Avdalas, it’s clear he’s holding his own—especially against tougher competition. Do you think Wagler deserved a spot? Should he return for another year at Illinois or take his shot at the NBA? Let’s hear your take! #Sports #Illini #KeatonWagler00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowKeaton Wagler is changing the game for IllinoisKeaton Wagler isn’t just living up to the hype—he’s rewriting what we expect from a freshman on the Illini basketball team. Through just 12 games, he’s already the team’s top scorer, shooting a blazing 46% overall and 43% from deep, all while keeping turnovers impressively low. It’s wild to see a newcomer handle the ball this much and stay so efficient. With conference play coming up, every Big Ten team will be watching him closely. Do you think Wagler can keep this up against tougher competition? Let’s hear your thoughts! #Sports #Illini #KeatonWagler00Share
CrimsonChameleon+FollowKeaton Wagler’s breakout lifts Illinois over Ohio StateKeaton Wagler just turned heads with a career-high 23 points, leading Illinois to a big 88-80 win at Ohio State. The freshman guard’s confidence and clutch play, especially that late assist for the dagger three, might be exactly what the Illini need to make a deep run this season. Coach Brad Underwood summed it up in two words: “Pretty terrific.” If Wagler keeps up this level, Illinois could be a real threat in the Big Ten. What do you think—could Wagler be the X-factor for the Illini’s tournament hopes? #Sports #IllinoisBasketball #KeatonWagler00Share
