Illinois Basketball Receives Commitment From In-State High School Champion

Fagbemi previously had been committed to Division II Truman State, but he recently reopened his recruitment after a coaching change. It isn't clear whether he was offered a scholarship by the Illini or will join the program as a walk-on, but Fagbemi is unquestionably the kind of player who will add value to the mix.

Fagbemi averaged 13 points, seven assists and five rebounds for Benet as a senior, and contributed 14 points and six assists in the Redwings' state finals win at Champaign's State Farm Center last March.

Although he'll be a tad undersized against Big Ten competition, Fagbemi is a high-IQ, sharp-shooting point guard from an excellent high school program – a worthy addition to the Illini roster.

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