Keaton Wagler Nominated for Jerry West Shooting Guard Award
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Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler, a six-foot-six guard from Shawnee, Kansas, is one of five finalists for the 2026 Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year Award. Wagler has broken the Fighting Illinis freshman scoring record with 554 points, averaging 17.9 points per game. He has scored in double figures in 23 of the last 24 games and has had nine games with 20 or more points. His standout performance was a record-breaking 46 points against Purdue. Fans can vote for their favorite finalist starting March 13th, and the winners will be announced soon.
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