The Illini continue to pursue positional size and versatility in their class of 2026
Evan Miyakawa leads one of the best analytic sites in College basketball and recognizes Wagler's potential.
Illinois Basketball up 4 spots in the most recent AP Top 25 update, following 3 consecutive victories over Mizzou, Southern, and Penn State.
The Illini play their first game of 2026 on the road vs the Penn State Nittany Lions
Can the Illini find consistency and stability heading into a very important few months to start 2026.
Wagler has been exceptional halfway through the Illini's season and has shot up recent NBA Draft boards.
The Timberwolves expect to reevaluate Shannon Jr in two weeks and will provide further updates as available.
The Illini will look to finish their non-conference schedule on a high note before entering full Big Ten play.
Wagler is taking the world by storm with an incredible freshman season so far. Where does it stack up amongst previous Illini greats?
Illinois looked locked in defensively vs the Missouri Tigers and outrebounded the Tigers 43-24