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Double-double against Bearcats Poplar closed Tuesday's 68-60 win over Cincinnati with 12 points (3-4 FG, 6-6 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist over 34 minutes.

Impact Poplar has found himself in a consistent starting role now for the Wildcats, and fifth 30-plus minute game against Cincinnati reflected some dynamic playmaking abilities. This outing marked his second double-double of the season, and he tied his season-high of 10 rebounds. He's averaging 12.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.3 steals across eight games (seven starts) this year.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting five Poplar is starting for Villanova on Sunday against Maryland.

Impact Poplar started the Wildcats' first five games this year before coming off the bench and scoring 19 points in Tuesday's win over Penn. After playing three seasons at Miami, Poplar is averaging 14.5 points and 6.5 rebounds across 31.2 minutes in his first year with Villanova.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting five Poplar is starting for Villanova on Sunday against Maryland.

Impact Poplar started the Wildcats' first five games this year before coming off the bench and scoring 19 points in Tuesday's win over Penn. After playing three seasons at Miami, Poplar is averaging 14.5 points and 6.5 rebounds across 31.2 minutes in his first year with Villanova.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

19 points off bench vs. Penn Poplar racked up 19 points (6-11 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Tuesday's 93-49 victory over Penn.

Impact The senior guard was surprisingly moved to the bench by the Wildcats after starting every game so far this season, but he still managed to contribute heavily and rack up the second-most points for Villanova behind Eric Dixon. Poplar's benching could have been due to the low-anticipated talent level of Penn, but his status moving forward should still be monitored.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Wooga Poplar, Villanova look to topple Columbia The man they call Wooga is on his way to being a very "poplar" player at Villanova. Fresh off a sparkling debut, Wooga Poplar aims to lead t...

NOVEMBER 5 • WATAUGADEMOCRAT.COM

Drops 20 in opener Poplar closed with 20 points (8-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and three steals across 34 minutes during Monday's 75-63 win over Lafayette.

Impact Poplar scored a rather efficient 20 points on 13 shots, and also logged a double-double by collecting 10 rebounds. Poplar was expected to immediately play a big role for Villanova, and he demonstrated Monday night that he's more than capable of doing so.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

No. 17 ranked transfer Wooga Poplar commits to Villanova The former Miami guard averaged 13.1 points in the ACC last season.

JUNE 5 • 247SPORTS.COM

Miami transfer Wooga Poplar commits to Villanova Miami transfer guard and Philadelphia native Wooga Poplar has committed to Villanova, The Philadelphia Inquirer and On3 Sports reported Wedn...

JUNE 5 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Philly native Wooga Poplar, a transfer from Miami, commits to Villanova Poplar committed to Villanova on Wednesday night.

JUNE 5 • INQUIRER.COM

Backs out of draft, stays in portal Poplar has decided to withdraw his name from the NBA Draft and will look to transfer to another school, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Poplar will return for his final year in school while looking to increase his draft stock for next year's draft. The 6-foot-5 guard enjoyed a strong 2023-24 campaign, averaging 13.1 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists on 31.1 minutes across 29 games (29 starts). He is set for an official visit with Oregon in the upcoming days.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Transfer roundup: Norchad Omier, Wooga Poplar leaving Miami Both Norchad Omier and Wooga Poplar are leaving Miami behind and entering the transfer portal, multiple reports said Thursday.Omier and Popl...

APRIL 25 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Transfer roundup: Norchad Omier, Wooga Poplar leaving Miami Both Norchad Omier and Wooga Poplar are leaving Miami behind and entering the transfer portal, multiple reports said Thursday.Omier and Popl...

APRIL 25 • KANSASCITY.COM

College basketball transfer portal notebook on Wooga Poplar's entry, Chaz Lanier's leaders, latest commitments The latest news, notes and intel from the always-popping college basketball transfer portal.

APRIL 25 • 247SPORTS.COM

Transfer portal notebook: Fallout of Wooga Poplar decision, Chaz Lanier leaders, nuggets on latest commitments The latest news, notes and intel from the always-popping college basketball transfer portal.

APRIL 25 • 247SPORTS.COM

Wooga Poplar entering the transfer portal Junior shooting guard Wooga Poplar is entering the transfer portal according to multiple reports.

APRIL 25 • 247SPORTS.COM

Returning to action Poplar (undisclosed) will be available during Wednesday's matchup with Boston College, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Poplar, who was inactive during last Monday's showdown with the Tarheels, will make his return to the court against the Eagles on Wednesday. The 6-foot-5 junior has started in 26 games this season, averaging 13.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.7 steals on 31.4 minutes per game, Poplar and the Hurricanes, losers of seven-straight games, will look to salvage a win against Boston College to help build momentum heading into a necessary ACC Tournament run,

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Poplar is probable for Saturday's game versus North Carolina due to an ankle injury, Michelle Kaufman of The Miami Herald reports.

Impact Poplar hasn't missed a game since Jan. 6 and isn't expected to do so Saturday despite dealing with an ankle injury. The junior guard is shooting an exceptional 43.8 percent on 5.3 three-point attempts per contest this season.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

VIDEO: Jim Larranaga, Nijel Pack and Wooga Poplar preview Florida State Watch head coach Jim Larranaga, point guard Nijel Pack and shooting guard Wooga Poplar before practice on Tuesday.

JANUARY 16 • 247SPORTS.COM

Set to return Wednesday Poplar (ankle) will return to action Wednesday against Louisville, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Poplar hasn't seen action since Dec. 29 against North Florida, when he was presumably limited to 15 minutes because of the ankle issue. After missing two games, he will rejoin the mix, though it remains to be seen if he'll immediately retake his spot in the starting unit after a couple of weeks off. Still, that seems to be the most likely scenario for the junior, who enters the night averaging 16.2 points, 5.2 boards, and 2.2 assists per game while posting career-best marks of 52.3 percent from the field and 50.0 percent from beyond the arc.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Kyshawn George steps up with Wooga Poplar sidelined Kyshawn George remained in the starting lineup with Wooga Poplar out with a sprained left ankle.

JANUARY 4 • 247SPORTS.COM

Out vs. Clemson Poplar (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Clemson, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Poplar was deemed a game-time decision before ultimately being forced to miss his first game this season. In his absence, Kyshawn George or Christian Watson could see more minutes on the court. The junior guard will have a chance to suit up for Saturday's encounter against Wake Forest.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Miami (FL) plays North Florida following Poplar's 24-point game

Miami (FL) hosts the North Florida Ospreys after Wooga Poplar scored 24 points in Miami (FL)'s 97-59 victory against the Stonehill Skyhawks

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Poplar scores 24, Omier delivers big double-double in Miami's 97-59 rout of Stonehill

Wooga Poplar scored 24 points, Norchad Omier added 20 points with 17 rebounds, and Miami routed Stonehill 97-59

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stonehill visits Miami (FL) following Poplar's 25-point outing

Miami (FL) hosts the Stonehill Skyhawks after Wooga Poplar scored 25 points in Miami (FL)'s 84-77 victory over the La Salle Explorers

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Best game of season Saturday Poplar racked up 25 points (9-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 37 minutes during Saturday's 84-77 win over La Salle.

Impact Poplar played a massive role for the Hurricanes in what turned out to be a tight win over La Salle, and he finished with his best outing of the campaign. This was his third game with at least 20 points, and while he holds a secondary role on offense behind the likes of Matt Cleveland and Norchad Omier, he remains a pivotal piece on offense for Miami.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE