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Top-35 Prospect Quentin Coleman Visits Illinois Ahead of Final Four
The Illini welcomed the St. Louis guard to Champaign before their matchup with UConn.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:36pm
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Illinois hosted four-star guard Quentin Coleman, a former Wake Forest commit who has risen to the No. 34 recruit in the 2026 class, on a visit ahead of the team's Final Four appearance. Coleman, a long-range shooter with impressive creativity attacking the rim, is considering the Illini along with Texas Tech and Missouri.
Why it matters
This visit signals Illinois' ability to attract top-level talent as the program makes a deep NCAA Tournament run. The Illini have proven they can develop young players, with freshman standouts Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic playing key roles in their Final Four berth.
The details
Coleman, a St. Louis native, picked up an Illinois offer last July when he was ranked No. 172 in the 2026 class. He has since skyrocketed up the rankings to No. 34. The 6-foot-4 guard is known for his long-distance shooting, creativity attacking the rim, and willingness to play both on and off the ball. He has Illinois, Texas Tech, and Missouri among his top schools after decommitting from Wake Forest.
- Coleman visited Illinois ahead of their Final Four matchup with UConn.
- He originally received an Illinois offer in July 2025.
The players
Quentin Coleman
A four-star guard in the 2026 class who has risen to No. 34 in the national rankings after decommitting from Wake Forest. He is considering Illinois, Texas Tech, and Missouri.
Keaton Wagler
An Illinois freshman who has had an astronomical rise this season, playing a key role in the team's Final Four run.
David Mirkovic
An Illinois freshman forward who has also contributed significantly to the team's Final Four appearance.
Brad Underwood
The head coach of the Illinois basketball team, who has been able to attract high-level talent to Champaign in the Brad Underwood era.
What’s next
Coleman will continue to consider Illinois, Texas Tech, and Missouri as he nears a decision on his college commitment.
The takeaway
Illinois' deep NCAA Tournament run has boosted the program's profile and ability to attract top-tier recruits like Quentin Coleman, who could play a key role in the Illini's future success.
