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The freshman Kansas lost and Illinois found Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler is breaking out with strong December performances and rising production as the Illini build momentum heading...

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

Career day at OSU Wagler finished with 23 points (6-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds and five assists over 39 minutes during Tuesday's 88-80 win over Ohio State.

Impact Wagler didn't crack the top-100 of most known recruiting rankings lists, but the 6-6 freshman has earned a starting role with the Illini and continues to be a key contributor. His season-best scoring total Tuesday brought up his average to 14.7 ppg, which is good for third on the team behind other high-scoring guards Kylan Boswell (15.7 ppg) and Andrej Stojakovic (15.1 ppg).

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keaton Wagler's 23 points lead No. 13 Illinois to 88-80 victory over Ohio State in Big Ten opener

Keaton Wagler scores 23 points as No. 13 Illinois wins its Big Ten opener against Ohio State, 88-80

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Stojakovic scores 24 points, No. 13 Illinois beats Texas Rio Grande Valley 87-73

Andrej Stojakovic scored 24 points for his fourth 20-point performance in five games, leading No. 13 Illinois to an 87-73 victory over Texas Rio Grande Valley

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Stojakovic scores 20 points as No. 8 Illinois routs Long Island 98-58

Andrej Stojakovic scored 20 points, Keaton Wagler had 19 and No. 8 Illinois beat Long Island 98-58

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Despite JT Toppin's 35-point performance, Illinois outlasted Texas Tech

Red Raiders' forward JT Toppin shot 12-of-14 in the second half, but Kylan Boswell and No. 14 Illinois overcame No. 11 Texas Tech.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Despite JT Toppin's 35-point performance, Illinois outlasted Texas Tech

Stojakovic scores 23 and blocks late 3 attempt as No. 14 Illinois beats No. 11 Texas Tech 81-77

Andrej Stojakovic scored 23 points and blocked a potential tying 3-pointer in the final seconds as No. 14 Illinois defeated No. 11 Texas Tech 81-77

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Kylan Boswell scores 31, No. 17 Illinois beats Florida Gulf Coast 113-70 in another blowout win

Kylan Boswell scored a career-high 31 points and had 10 rebounds as No. 17 Illinois beat Florida Gulf Coast 113-70 on Friday night for its second blowout win to start the season

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Shines in collegiate debut Wagler notched 18 points (4-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 8-10 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two steals over 26 minutes during Monday's 113-55 victory over Jackson State.

Impact Wagler was all over the court in Illinois' dominant season-opening win over Jackson State. With Illinois winning in extremely easy fashion, the freshman was able to see extended playing time, although he did get the start. Head coach Brad Underwood has to like what he saw from his first-year guard, and Wagler proved he could be a valuable piece this season.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

David Mirkovic has 19 points, 14 rebounds to lead No. 17 Illinois to a 113-55 win over Jackson State

David Mirkovic scored 19 points and grabbed 14 rebounds as No. 17 Illinois opened the season with a 113-55 win over Jackson State

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Good Morning, Illini Nation: Opportunity for Keaton Wagler No Mihailo Petrovic for Illinois in season opener opens the door for the freshman guard

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • NEWS-GAZETTE.COM