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Arkansas Transfer D.J. Wagner Commits to Maryland
A former five-star prospect heads to College Park after an SEC Championship and Sweet Sixteen appearance.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:20pm
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The angular, fragmented depiction of a basketball player in motion symbolizes the dynamic, multi-faceted nature of D.J. Wagner's transfer to the Maryland Terrapins.Camden TodayThe Maryland Terrapins have secured a commitment from former Arkansas guard D.J. Wagner Jr. Wagner, a native of Camden, New Jersey, began his college career at Kentucky as a consensus five-star prospect before transferring to Arkansas. As a sophomore, he started all 36 games for the Razorbacks, averaging 11.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. However, his playing time diminished this past season, and he now looks to revive his career at Maryland.
Why it matters
Wagner's commitment is a significant addition for the Terrapins, who are looking to bolster their roster for the 2025-26 season. The 6'4" guard has shown the ability to produce at a high level against tough competition, and his move closer to home could help him regain his form.
The details
Wagner was part of the Razorbacks' run to the SEC Championship and Sweet Sixteen this past season. As a sophomore, he started all 36 games, averaging 11.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 34.6 minutes. However, his playing time diminished this past season, as he started only 19 games, averaged 23.6 minutes, and had 7.7 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game.
- Wagner began his college career at Kentucky as a consensus five-star prospect.
- After one season at Kentucky, Wagner entered the transfer portal and followed head coach John Calipari to Arkansas.
- As a sophomore, Wagner started all 36 games for the Razorbacks during the 2024-25 season.
- This past season, Wagner's playing time diminished, as he started only 19 games for Arkansas.
- Wagner has now committed to transfer to Maryland for the 2025-26 season.
The players
D.J. Wagner Jr.
A 6'4" guard who began his college career at Kentucky as a consensus five-star prospect before transferring to Arkansas, where he started all 36 games as a sophomore and helped the Razorbacks reach the SEC Championship and Sweet Sixteen.
Buzz Williams
The head coach of the Maryland Terrapins, who has secured Wagner's commitment as part of his efforts to assemble a strong roster for the 2025-26 season.
What’s next
Wagner's commitment is the latest addition to Maryland's transfer portal class, which also includes Tomislav Buljan, Robert Jennings II, Bishop Boswell, and Maban Jabriel. The Terrapins are also bringing in a highly-ranked recruiting class, including five-star small forward Baba Oladotun. With only two scholarship spots left to offer, Maryland is still waiting on the decisions of Myles Rice and Guillermo Del Pino, who have yet to enter the portal or announce they are staying in College Park.
The takeaway
Wagner's commitment to Maryland represents a significant addition for the Terrapins as they look to build a strong roster for the 2025-26 season. The former five-star prospect has shown the ability to produce at a high level in the SEC, and his move closer to his hometown of Camden, New Jersey, could help him regain his form and become a key contributor for the Terps.
