Kansas Jayhawks eye Miami guard Wooga Poplar in transfer portal acquisition bid
The Kansas Jayhawks, bolstered by recent transfers, are eyeing Miami guard Wooga Poplar, a highly sought-after talent in the transfer portal, with other top schools also pursuing him.
By the Numbers- Poplar averaged 13.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists at Miami this past season.
- He boasts a 38.5% 3-point shooting and an 86.4% free-throw shooting percentage.
Kansas may not aggressively pursue Poplar unless another player exits the roster, given their current guard depth.
State of Play- Kansas, among other top programs, has reached out to Poplar following his entry into the transfer portal.
- Coach Self might be exploring options to replace a potential departing player, with Kugel's commitment status still pending.
If Kugel officially leaves or another player exits, Kansas could intensify efforts to secure Poplar to enhance their roster.
Bottom LineWith a talented squad and existing guard depth, Kansas may pursue Poplar selectively, considering the strength of their current roster.
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