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Nisine 'Wooga' Poplar, a 6-foot-5 guard from Philadelphia, has committed to Villanova after playing 100 games over three years at Miami. Poplar, who averaged 13.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists last season, chose Villanova over several other top programs. He is the fourth transfer portal commitment for the Wildcats and arrives with one year of eligibility remaining.
Miami Hurricanes transfer Wooga Poplar, a standout 6-foot-5 shooting guard, has committed to Villanova after being pursued by Oregon and Kentucky. Poplar, who averaged 13.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists last season, withdrew from the NBA draft process and is ranked No. 16 in ESPN's transfer rankings. His addition is crucial for Villanova coach Kyle Neptune, who has yet to make the NCAA tournament in his tenure.
Houston's Marcus Sasser is close to full strength after missing the second half of the Cougars' tournament opener with a groin injury, while Miami's Wooga Poplar is dealing with a back issue but returned to practice on Thursday and is expected to start against UH "if he feels okay." UH's Jamal Shead has been playing through patellar tendinitis but is expected to be available for Friday's Sweet 16 showdown.