Dajuan Marquett "D. J." Wagner Jr. is an American college basketball sensation playing for the Arkansas Razorbacks in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) as of the 2024/25 season. Recognized as a top-tier talent in the 2023 class, he spent one season with the Kentucky Wildcats and played both point guard for them.
Starting at Camden High School in New Jersey, DJ Wagner Jr. witnessed an illustrious prep career. He participated in events like the USA Basketball July mini camp and later secured a spot in the McDonald's All-American Game. Coached by former NBA player Rick Brunson, Wagner's contribution led Camden to numerous victories and the NJSIAA Group 2 state championship. His exceptional performance earned him accolades as a MaxPreps Freshman All-American and was also named Iverson Classic National High School Player of the Year during his senior year.
DJ Wagner Jr. College Career
DJ Wagner Jr. is enrolled at the University of Arkansas, marking the second year of his collegiate basketball journey. He earned a consensus five-star rating and recognition as one of the top players in the 2023 class by ESPN, Rivals and 247Sports. He began his collegiate journey with Kentucky Wildcats, averaging 9.9 points, 3.3 assists and 1.9 rebounds as a freshman and earned a spot in the SEC All-Freshman Team (via ESPN).
But after just one year, Wagner decided to transfer to transfer to Arkansas with John Calipari in 2024. As a sophomore with the Razorbacks, Wagner has averaged a career-high 11.2 points, 3.6 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 34 games (via ESPN).
How much did DJ Wagner Jr. average in College?
In his two-year spell in college basketball, Wagner Jr. has averaged 10.6 points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game, as of March 2025 (via ESPN).
Where did DJ Wagner Jr. go to school?
DJ Wagner Jr. attended the Camden High School in Camden, New Jersey. Coached by Rick Brunson, he propelled Camden to 25 consecutive victories, earning acclaim as New Jersey Boys Basketball Team of the Year. During his freshman campaign. Wagner averaged 18.5 points per game and averaged 19.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 3.1 steals per game. He was honored with Gatorade New Jersey Player of the Year for three consecutive seasons and helped Camden to the NJSIAA Group 2 state championship according to the Razorbacks roster.
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FAQs on DJ Wagner Jr.
A: DJ Wagner Jr. attended Camden High School in Camden, New Jersey.
A: DJ Wagner Jr. transferred to the Arkansas Razorbacks ahead of the 2024 season.
A: DJ Wagner Jr. was born on May 4, 2005, making him 19 years old as of March 2025.
A: DJ Wagner Jr.'s hometown is Camden, New Jersey, where he attended high school.
A: DJ Wagner Jr. plays as a point guard / shooting guard.
A: DJ Wagner Jr. earned Freshman All-American honors and became a McDonald's All-American in 2023.
