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Decreased playing time in loss Roper produced two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one assist across 10 minutes during Monday's 82-61 loss to Iowa.

Impact Just one game after logging a season-high 29 minutes, Roper matched his second-lowest minutes total of the year despite remaining in the starting five. Coach Chris Collins revealed after the game that several Wildcats recently dealt with a flu bug, Chad Leistikow of the Des Moines Register reports. Collins didn't specifically name the impacted players, but fatigue from a recent illness would provide an explanation for Roper's decreased playing time. It wouldn't be surprising to see him return to a normal workload for Sunday's regular-season finale against Minnesota since he'll have a week to rest, but he's had lackluster fantasy results recently.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Modest production in win Roper accumulated four points (2-4 FG), four rebounds and one block over 25 minutes during Saturday's 87-63 win over Nebraska.

Impact Roper remained in the starting lineup for a fifth consecutive game Saturday, but he failed to generate excessive production against the Cornhuskers. Although the freshman has shot 40.9 percent from the floor as a starter, he's attempted just 4.4 field goals per game during that time and has been unable to score in double figures this year.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores seven in start Roper closed Sunday's 80-60 loss to Purdue with seven points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and three steals over 28 minutes.

Impact Roper made his first career start Sunday, while Ty Berry came off the bench and played 12 minutes. The freshman saw his second-highest minutes total of the season and has now averaged 27.5 minutes per game across the last two contests. It's not yet clear whether Roper will remain in the starting lineup on a long-term basis, but his recent uptick in playing time has been encouraging.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws first start of season Roper will start Sunday's contest against Purdue.

Impact Roper will draw the start at shooting guard in favor of Ty Berry. The 6-foot-3 freshman is averaging 3.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.1 blocks in 18.0 minutes per game, but he's expected to garner an expanded role against the Boilermakers.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 15 minutes off bench Roper (undisclosed) produced three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 15 minutes during Sunday's 95-87 loss to Ohio State.

Impact Roper was sidelined in each of the last two games, but he returned to his usual bench role in Sunday's loss to the Buckeyes. It's not clear why the freshman didn't appear in either of the last two contests, but he should be available moving forward.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses second straight Roper (undisclosed) missed his second consecutive game Wednesday against Penn State.

Impact It's unclear what's holding the freshman guard back at this point in time, but his next chance to take the court will be Saturday at Ohio State.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed Sunday Roper is not available for Sunday's game against Michigan State.

Impact Roper has had some nice usage off the bench in his first year for the Wildcats. The 6-3 guard is averaging 3.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.3 steals in 17.8 minutes per game. It's unclear why he won't suit up and if he has a chance to be back later in the week.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE