Tafara Gapare - College Basketball News & Rumors

Departs Villanova program Gapare is leaving Villanova's program, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact It's not clear why the senior forward is walking away from Villanova basketball, but he's missed the last three games with a personal matter. Gapare averaged 2.9 points and 2.9 rebounds this season.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Gapare (personal) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against DePaul.

Impact Gapare will miss a second consecutive game for personal reasons. It's unclear when the reserve big man will be back in action, but his next chance to play will come Jan. 3 at Butler.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for personal reasons Gapare (personal) was held out of Tuesday's 64-56 victory over Seton Hall for personal reasons, per Eric Watkins of 247Sports.com.

Impact Gapare was previously reported to have missed Tuesday's contest due to an undisclosed injury, but he was held out for personal reasons, marking his third missed game of the season. The 6-foot-9 forward has averaged 2.9 points and 2.9 rebounds per game across 9 contests for the Wildcats this season. The details of the situation are thus far unknown, but he can be looked at as questionable for the team's upcoming matchup against DePaul on December 31.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Gapare (undisclosed) won't play in Tuesday's game against Seton Hall.

Impact Gapare will miss his third game of the season due to an unspecified injury. The backup big man is averaging 2.9 points and 2.9 rebounds across 16.3 minutes per game this season. His next chance to play will come Dec. 31 against DePaul.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Wednesday's win Gapare (foot) finished Wednesday's 70-55 victory over La Salle with five points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal in 20 minutes.

Impact Gapare, who missed the last two games due to a foot injury, made his return to the floor in Wednesday's win. He logged 20 minutes off the bench in the win, scoring a season-high five points and grabbing three boards. He is set to continue his role as a bench big now that he's back healthy.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Saturday Gapare (foot) won't play in Saturday's game against Duquesne.

Impact Gapare has been dealing with a foot injury since the preseason, and while he appeared in each of Villanova's first two games, he's now missed back-to-back contests. His absence should leave more minutes for Zion Stanford and Braden Pierce. Gapare's next chance to play will come Wednesday at La Salle.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Sacred Heart Gapare (foot won't play against Sacred Heart on Tuesday night, Villanova announced.

Impact Gapare played in the first two games of the season for the Wildcats, but the forward will now miss his first game of the year. He came off the bench in the first two contests, totaling two points, five rebounds and one assist.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy for second exhibition Gapare (foot) will play in Friday's exhibition game against Virginia.

Impact Gapare missed Villanova's initial exhibition due to a right foot injury, but he's been cleared for Friday's contest. Assuming he doesn't aggravate the injury, Gapare should be a full go for the regular-season opener Nov. 3. The Maryland transfer should be a serviceable bench option in 2025-26.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for exhibition Gapare has been ruled out for Sunday's exhibition against VCU due to a right foot injury.

Impact Gapare, who followed head coach Kevin Willard over from Maryland, will be sidelined for Sunday's exhibition. Details regarding the injury are unknown at this point, but his next chance to play will come Friday against Virginia in an exhibition.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Villanova Gapare has announced his commitment to Villanova ahead of the 2025-26 season, Joe Tipton of On3.com reports.

Impact Gapare will join the Wildcats for the upcoming season after spending one year with the Terrapins. The 6-foot-9 junior, who previously spent time with Umass and Georgia Tech, appeared in 32 games with Maryland, averaging 3.4 points, 1.9 rebounds and 0.8 blocks on 10.4 minutes per game. Gapare will look to carve out a larger role with the Wildcats this offseason.

JUNE 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 1, 2025 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

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MARCH 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Enters transfer portal Gapare entered the NCAA's transfer portal Monday, On3 reports.

Impact Usually, NCAA juniors enter its transfer portal in an attempt to maximize their senior year's upside. Gapare is no exception, especially after his junior season's role decline.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Iowa Gapare (illness) is available for Sunday's matchup against Iowa, per the team's official injury report.

Impact Gapare will make his return to the lineup following a two-game absence with an illness. The 6-foot-9 junior has had a solid role off the bench for the Terrapins this season, averaging 4.5 points and 2.5 rebounds in 13.2 minutes per game since transferring in from Georgia Tech in the off-season.

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Huskers Gapare (illness) won't be available on Thursday night against Nebraska.

Impact The forward will miss his second straight game with an illness. He's been used rotationally off the bench, averaging 4.5 points and 2.5 rebounds across 13.2 minutes. His next chance to play will come against Iowa on Feb. 16.

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Gapare (undisclosed) isn't available for Maryland's clash with Rutgers, Colin McNamara os SB Nation reports.

Impact Gapare will miss his first game of the season. It's currently unclear why the junior isn't available, but his absence hinders the Terps' front court depth. His next chance to suit up will come on Feb. 13 against Nebraska.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores nine against Northwestern Gapare recorded nine points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and one rebound over 13 minutes during Thursday's 76-74 OT loss to Northwestern.

Impact Gapare converted on 2-of-4 looks from range, closing with nine points and a rebound during Thursday's loss against the Wildcats. The 6-foot-9 junior transfer from Georgia Tech has appeared in all 18 games this season, averaging 5.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 0.6 steals and 1.1 blocks on 13.9 minutes per game. Gapare has drastically improved his shot this season and is currently boasting a 53.1/39.3/66.7 shooting line.

JANUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Swats six shots Sunday Gapare logged nine points (4-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt), eight rebounds and six blocks over 22 minutes during Sunday's 96-58 victory over Alcorn State.

Impact Gapare posted nine points, eight rebounds and six blocks as the Terrapins defeated Alcorn State on Sunday night. The 6-foot-9 junior transfer from Georgia Tech continues to make an impact with the Terrapins, averaging 5.5 points (while shooting 60 percent from the field), 3.3 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 1.1 blocks on 13.8 minutes per game. Gapare has been a great backup behind Julian Reese in the frontcourt this season.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 19 points in rout Gapare registered 19 points (7-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and one block in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 91-67 victory over Bucknell.

Impact Gapare converted on 7-of-9 looks from the field, closing with 19 points, six rebounds and one block during Wednesday's win over Bucknell. The 6-foot-9 junior made the most of his expanded role in a lopsided contest as he continues to adjust to his new home (Georgia Tech transfer). Gapare, who is averaging five points, 2.6 rebounds and one steal on 12.6 minutes per game (seven games), appears unlikely to see a large role as the Terrapins approach conference play.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tafara Gapare throws down 19 points and a highlight dunk, and Maryland beats Bucknell 91-67

Tafara Gapare scored 19 points, freshman Derik Queen had 15 points and eight rebounds and Maryland beat Bucknell 91-67

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • Associated Press

Tafara Gapare On Why The Time Was Finally Right To Join Maryland Men's Basketball - PressBox Maryland men's basketball transfer Tafara Gapare had considered joining the Terps multiple times before finally making the jump this offseas...

MAY 22, 2024 • PRESSBOXONLINE.COM

Starting Saturday Gapare is listed in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Louisville.

Impact Gapare has come off the bench in 14 of his 20 appearances this season, including each of the past six contests. But, the 6-foot-9 sophomore will return to the starting unit with senior center Ebenezer Dowuona (foot) out Saturday. Gapare has averaged 4.6 points and 2.6 rebounds while playing 16.3 minutes per game this season.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Georgia Tech wing Tafara Gapare likely has best basketball in front of him “He’s a long, athletic version of all the greats that have played the game."

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • AJC.COM

Moves to starting lineup Gapare is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Hawaii.

Impact Gapare will make his fourth start of the season, and his first one since Nov. 14. He averaged just 0.6 points and 2.0 rebounds per game in that role in those previous three outings.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Gapare (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's game against Duke.

Impact Gapare has now missed three straight contests due to an undisclosed injury. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Georgia, although there is no current timetable for his return.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Tafara Gapare throws down 19 points and a highlight dunk, and Maryland beats Bucknell 91-67