Illinois Lands Commitment from In-State 2025 Guard Blake Fagbemi
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois men’s basketball has secured a commitment from Blake Fagbemi, a 2025 point guard out of Benet Academy in Lisle, Illinois. Fagbemi, who had previously pledged to Division II Truman State, played a key role in leading Benet Academy to the IHSA Class 4A state championship this past season. The six-foot senior averaged 13 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds per game, earning him All-Area honors from the Chicago Sun-Times.
Fagbemi delivered strong performances in the state tournament, including a 14-point, 6-assist outing in a 55-54 win over Warren in the title game at the State Farm Center, and a 10-point, 7-assist, 4-steal game against Evanston in the semifinals.
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With Fagbemi’s addition, Illinois now has 14 players on its 2025–26 roster. The lineup includes experienced players like Ben Humrichous (GR), Kylan Boswell (SR), and Ty Rodgers (R-JR), along with underclassmen such as David Mirkovic and Brandon Lee. One scholarship spot remains open.
Bart Torvik’s preseason projections rank Illinois No. 8 nationally, trailing only Purdue (3rd), Michigan (5th), and UCLA (6th) among Big Ten programs.
