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DJ Wagner named one of CBB's most important figures for the next 20 years

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There’s pressure that comes with being a top-five recruit, certainly one going to Kentucky. The same can be said about being the first third-generation McDonald’s All-American in history — DJ Wagner‘s dad and grandpa also played in the prestigious event, Dajuan Sr. and Milt.

How about being named one of college basketball’s most important figures for the next two decades? Now that’s pressure, and it’s officially on his shoulders before he even sets foot on campus as John Calipari’s next prized recruit in Lexington.