# Why Keaton Wagler Was ALWAYS The Guy For The LA Clippers

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Podcast: [Locked On Clippers - Daily Podcast On The LA Clippers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-clippers-daily-podcast-on-the-la-clippers-1027483)
Published: 2026-06-24T10:30:16+00:00
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The Los Angeles Clippers make a franchise-shaping move, selecting Keaton Wagler with the fifth overall pick in the NBA Draft. Can Wagler, a 19-year-old Illinois star whose fundamentals and basketball IQ outshine his athleticism, silence critics and become the next cornerstone for Clippers Nation? Die hard LA Clippers fan and Host Darian Vaziri breaks down the front office’s rationale—highlighting Lawrence Frank’s belief in Wagler’s fit for the Clippers’ contending future—and explores how his versatile off-ball game could accelerate his impact alongside Darius Garland and Kawhi Leonard. Key discussion points include the team’s draft history, the buzz from the draft party at the Intuit Dome, and a look at how fellow prospects Darius Acuff, Mikel Brown Jr., and Kingston Flemings fit into their new teams. Will Wagler’s underdog mentality and unique skill set outpace the flashier prospects, proving substance trumps athleticism? This is your must-listen preview of a new Clippers era.

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