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Practicing on Thursday Poplar (back) is practicing on Thursday, according to Sam Lance of ZagsBlog.com.

Impact Excluding a brief shootaround he participated in Wednesday, Poplar is practicing for the first time since Miami's win against Indiana. With that in mind, his availability status improves from doubtful to questionable. Miami and Houston are expected to begin playing at 7:15 p.m. EST on Friday, giving Poplar a little over 30 hours to get ready.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still yet to practice Poplar (back) has not practiced since getting injured against Indiana on Sunday, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Poplar not practicing is a strong sign he may not be able to play when Miami and Houston are against each other Friday in the 2023 NCAA Tournament's Sweet Sixteen. If Poplar cannot go against the Cougars, Harlond Beverly is the likeliest candidate to start in place of his injured teammate. However, the Hurricanes have at least a day before they play Houston and will do whatever they can to ensure Poplar is game-ready Friday.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Poplar suffered a back injury during Miami's game Sunday against Indiana, according to Michelle Kaufman of the Miami Herald.

Impact According to Miami's head coach Jim Larranaga, Poplar fell awkwardly on his tailbone, resulting in his limited action Sunday. He logged six points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and four rebounds across 18 minutes. Fortunately for Poplar, Miami defeated Indiana without his maximum availability Sunday. That gives him another opportunity to do so, which the Hurricanes will likely need when they play No. 1 Houston on Friday.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

VIDEO: Jim Larranaga, Nijel Pack, Norchad Omier and Wooga Poplar postgame press conference vs. Drake Watch head coach Jim Larranaga, guards Nijel Pack and Wooga Poplar and forward Norchad Omier following a 63-56 win over Drake in the first r...

MARCH 18, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

No. 16 Miami evades No. 25 Pitt, claims share of ACC title Wooga Poplar scored 18 points and Norchad Omier had 15 points and 13 rebounds to lead No.

MARCH 5, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Suffers injury scare Poplar logged seven points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and four assists across 23 minutes during Miami's 93-85 loss Saturday versus Louisville.

Impact Poplar suffered an undisclosed injury during Miami's loss. But according to Michelle Kaufman of the Miami Herald, his health status was fine post-game. The injury scare should not prevent Poplar from participating in Miami's upcoming matchup scheduled Monday at North Carolina.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces offensively Tuesday Poplar totaled 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two steals in 25 minutes during Tuesday's 86-63 victory over Florida State.

Impact While Poplar owned the lowest mpg and usage rate among Miami starters over the team's five games entering Tuesday, he's still been a consistent figure in the starting lineup, which he's been part of in all 20 games of the 2022-23 season. The sophomore did put up his highest scoring total of ACC play Tuesday and will continue to be a "glue guy" for the Canes as conference play presses forward.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

VIDEO: Wooga Poplar gets hot in 3-point shooting drill Watch shooting guard Wooga Poplar in a 3-point shooting drill at practice.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

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NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Starts, sees high-volume Sunday Poplar had 15 points (7-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and two steals across 28 minutes in Sunday's 89-55 exhibition victory over IUP.

Impact Poplar only averaged 8.6 minutes per contest in a reserve role his freshman season, but Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports believes that he could be a breakout candidate for the Hurricanes this year. Early signs appear to confirm that, as he started the exhibition game and attempted more shots than any other Miami player. While Isaiah Wong and high-profile transfer Nijel Pack will deservingly get most of the attention, Poplar is well on his way to a spot on the fantasy radar in ACC-heavy formats.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Poplar (COVID-19 protocols) is available for Saturday's game against Wake Forest, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Poplar missed Wednesday's matchup against North Carolina State but will be back in action following a one-game absence. He's averaged 5.8 points and 2.2 rebounds in 13.6 minutes per game across his last five appearances.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Wednesday Poplar (COVID-19 protocols) is unavailable for Wednesday's game against NC State.

Impact Poplar will now be unavailable for Miami until he clears the health and safety protocols. His next chance to play will come Saturday against Wake Forest.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 points Poplar recorded 12 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound and one assist in 18 minutes during Tuesday's 68-66 victory over Florida Atlantic.

Impact Poplar had combined for just four minutes and no points during his first two appearances, but he broke out in a big way in this game. He has been tipped to be an x-factor for the Hurricanes offensively this season and this might be the game he was hoping for to get things going.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Potential X-factor for Canes Poplar has a chance to be an offensive contributor for Miami during his freshman season, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Poplar is a consensus three-star recruit that enters a Miami team loaded with upperclassmen, but it seems the door is open to contribute right out of the gates. He recorded five points and six rebounds while seeing the second-most reserve minutes in an Oct. 20 exhibition against Nova Southeastern, so it appears he's already secured a spot in the rotation. He might need an injury to gain fantasy relevance in his freshman season, but those in long-term dynasty formats featuring the ACC may want to take note now.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE