Illini's Keaton Wagler chosen AP men's college basketball player of the week after win over Purdue

Illini’s Keaton Wagler chosen AP men’s college basketball player of the week after win over Purdue

The Associated Press national player of the week in men’s college basketball for Week 12 of the season:

Illini's Keaton Wagler chosen AP men's college basketball player of the week after win over Purdue

Keaton Wagler, a freshman guard from Illinois, has been named The Associated Press national player of the week in men’s college basketball. He set an Illini record with nine 3-pointers, scoring 46 points in an 88-82 win at then-No. 4…

Illinois Freshman Wagler Goes Nuclear at Mackey as Purdue Falls Again

By Jeremy Giggy | Sports Director, White River Broadcasting West Lafayette is used to big-time basketball — but Saturday delivered one of those performances that people will still be talking about when the snow melts. Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler erupted for a career-high 46 points, draining nine three-pointers, as the Illini stunned No. 4 Purdue 88-82 at Mackey Arena. It was one of those nights where every contested shot still looked clean, …

AP College Basketball Players of the Week: Illinois' Wagler, UConn's Strong

The Associated Press College Basketball Players for week 12 are Illinois' Keaton Wagler and UConn's Sarah Strong.