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5-Star Guard DJ Wagner Commits to Kentucky; No. 1 Recruit in Class of 2023

An absolutely loaded Kentucky men's basketball class of 2023 got even better Monday when DJ Wagner, a 5-star guard who plays for Camden (New Jersey) High School, chose to play for John Calipari's Wildcats.

Wagner—who is rated as the top prospect in the Class of 2023 by 247Sports' composite rankings—announced his commitment to ESPN's Paul Biancardi.

The publication of the choice appeared to be a formality after Travis Branham of 247Sports revealed news of Wagner's impending announcement.

Travis Branham

NEWS: DJ Wagner, the No. 2 overall prospect in 2023, is expected to make his college announcement next week, as early as Monday, a source tells <a href="https://twitter.