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Keaton Wagler
SG · Illinois · 6'6" · age 19 · All-Star upside
2026 DRAFT PROSPECTA 6'6" off-the-dribble shotmaker and high-feel lead guard
Los Angeles Clippers
Drafted No. 5 · proj. 38–44
Big Ten Freshman of the Year and a consensus All-American who carried Illinois to the Final Four. A rare blend of size, touch, and feel — one of the best off-dribble shooters in recent classes.
Proj. pick #5Range 4–8Comp Tyrese Haliburton
Strengths
- Elite off-dribble shooting and separation
- Unselfish, high-IQ passer
- Size to see and shoot over defenses
Top concern
Lacks elite speed and burst
Draft grade — a pre-NBA scouting projection from the curated Big Board, graded against the draft class. It is not an NBA rating; an NBA rating appears once he plays a qualifying NBA season.