JULIAN ROPER NEWS

Logs limited return Roper (foot) accumulated three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound and one steal over 17 minutes during Saturday's 76-54 victory over Virginia.

Impact Roper was able to return to the court Saturday against the Cavaliers, but he logged just 17 minutes in the blowout loss. The 6-foot-4 junior, who missed two games with a foot injury, did not appear ready for a full workload in his return to action Saturday. Through 11 outings (10 starts), Roper is averaging 8.4 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.4 steals on 29.9 minutes per game, but it may take another game to get back up to a full workload.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy for 2023-24 Roper (ankle) has been fully cleared for all basketball-related activities, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Roper transferred from Northwestern to Notre Dame after averaging 4.4 points and 3.7 rebounds in 15 appearances for the Wildcats in 2022-23. The junior guard is expected to be the Fighting Irish's starting shooting guard this year.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notre Dame Lands Northwestern Transfer Julian Roper II Notre Dame has landed the first transfer of the Micah Shrewsberry era by landing Northwestern guard Julian Roper II

APRIL 19, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Officially done for season Northwestern head coach Chris Collins confirmed Wednesday that Roper (ankle) won't be available during the NCAA Tournament, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact As expected, Roper's sophomore season has officially come to an end after he suffered a setback with his ankle upon returning from a three-game absence in February. He played in just one game before being shut down for good, and he'll continue to focus on rehabbing from the injury when the Wildcats open their tournament run Thursday versus Boise State. Roper suited up in 15 games in 2022-23, averaging 4.4 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 21.3 minutes.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out for season Roper (ankle) will sit out the remainder of Northwestern's 2022-23 season, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Roper will sit out the 2023 Big Ten Tournament. Though there is a chance the injured sophomore could return during March Madness, it is highly unlikely he will unless Northwestern can advance far into the tournament. As for the Big Ten tourney, NW will have to continue operating with one role player less.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely Northwestern head coach Chris Collins said Friday that Roper (ankle) is out indefinitely, InsideNU.com reports.

Impact Roper has missed four straight games and seven of Northwestern's past eight contests due to the ankle injury and will remain out for the foreseeable future. On the bright side, Collins said Roper isn't dealing with any broken bones, and the team hopes he can return in a few weeks, which means the backup guard may be available for the Big Ten Tournament.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Roper (ankle) will sit out the Wildcats' game Wednesday versus Indiana, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Roper was unavailable across all the Wildcats' three wins logged since their loss to Michigan on Feb. 2. Unfortunately for him, he will sit out what could be a fourth.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Purdue Roper (ankle) will sit out the Wildcats' game Sunday versus Purdue, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Currently, Roper's next opportunity to return is when the Wildcats host Indiana on Wednesday. That is unfortunately for both him and them, considering he could have made an impact when they are visited by No. 1 Purdue.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Isn't suiting up Thursday Roper (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Ohio State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Roper will once again be unavailable as a result of the lingering ankle issue that's caused him to miss four out of Northwestern's last five outings. Boo Buie and Chase Audige are both currently slated to handle expanded backcourt minutes versus the Buckeyes.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Roper has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Wisconsin due to an ankle injury, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Roper returned from a three-game absence Thursday against Michigan but continues to deal with his ankle injury Sunday. It's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up for Thursday's matchup against Ohio State.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides solid minutes in return Roper (ankle) returned from a three-game absence Thursday and finished with four points (2-2 FG) and four rebounds across 22 minutes in a loss to Michigan.

Impact Roper injured his ankle against Wisconsin on Jan. 23 and was forced to miss three straight games as a result. He's held down a nice role as the team's primary sixth-man this season, averaging 4.4 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 21.3 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Roper (ankle) is listed as a game-time decision ahead of Thursday's matchup with Michigan, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Roper, who has missed the last three games with an ankle injury, will be a game-time decision against Michigan. The 6-foot-3 sophomore has appeared in 14 games this season, logging 4.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.8 steals on 21.2 minutes per game. If Roper is unable to return tonight, his next opportunity to suit up will be Sunday against Wisconsin.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined against Iowa Roper (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game versus Iowa, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Roper will miss his third straight game after being downgraded to out Tuesday with an ankle injury. His next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with Michigan.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Northwestern head coach Chris Collins said Roper's (ankle) status for Tuesday's game against Iowa has yet to be determined, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Roper is now at risk of missing a third consecutive matchup as a result of an ankle issue. The 6-foot-3 guard has been a key bench piece for the Wildcats when available this season, averaging 4.4 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 21.2 minutes per game across 14 appearances.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Roper (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against Minnesota, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Roper injured his ankle on Jan. 23 against Wisconsin and will now miss his second straight game as a result. In his absence, Chase Audige figures to be the prime beneficiary for more minutes providing depth in the backcourt. His next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday at Iowa.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Nebraska Roper (ankle) will sit out the Wildcats' game Wednesday at Nebraska, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Roper must log at least one absence because of his injured ankle. Currently, Roper's next opportunity to return is when the Wildcats host Minnesota on Saturday. He has approximately three days before they play.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game vs Wisconsin Roper (ankle) left the Wildcats' Monday night game against Wisconsin and is doubtful to return, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Roper was off to a good start, scoring five points and hitting his lone three point shot before hobbling off to the locker room. He's now doubtful to return. Roper had been averaging 4.4 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists on the season.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs seven boards in win Roper logged two points (0-3 FG, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 73-60 victory over Illinois.

Impact Roper hasn't had much scoring luck into the new year, making just four field goals out of 11 in his last three games. Doing better on the glass will give Roper more to work with for a team capable of surprising the best during conference play.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season high in return Roper (upper body) posted seven points (3-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 26 minutes during Sunday's 70-63 win over Michigan Stat...

Impact Roper set a new season high with seven points in Sunday's win. After missing three straight games, Roper returned to his usual role off the Wildcats bench where he is averaging 21.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Sunday Roper (upper body) is warming up ahead of Sunday's game against Michigan State, Dave Eanet of WGN Radio 720 reports.

Impact Roper missed the last three games, but it appears likely that he'll be available Sunday. He's averaging 3.0 points and 3.0 rebounds in 21.0 minutes per game this season.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out injured Roper is out Wednesday due to an upper-body injury, Kevin Sweeney of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Previously undisclosed, Roper's upper-body injury is preventing him from participating in the 2022 Cancun Challenge. He will try to return when Northwestern hosts Pittsburgh on Monday. Fantasy managers should consider Roper doubtful though, because his status is week-to-week.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Liberty Roper (undisclosed) did not take the court in Tuesday's 66-52 victory over Liberty.

Impact An illness forced Roper to miss the opener, but the sophomore guard proceeded to come off the bench for the next three games, averaging 21.0 mpg over that span. It's unclear what held him out of the Cancun Challenge semifinal Tuesday, but he should be considered questionable, at best, for the final game against a ranked opponent in Auburn Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 16 minutes Friday Roper (illness) returned from a one-game absence and had three points (1-1 FG, 1-2 FT) and an assist in 16 minutes during a 63-46 win over Northern Illinois.

Impact Roper was unable to suit up for the season opener due to an illness but supplied some useful minutes off the bench in his 2022-23 debut Friday. The 6-3 sophomore started the final 15 games of the season last year but appears set in a bench role early on.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Monday's game with illness Roper did not play in Monday's game against Chicago State due to an illness, SB Nation reports.

Impact Roper started 15 games last season and averaged 4.0 points and 3.4 rebounds in 20.2 minutes per contest. He is expected to fill a similar role this season once healthy. Northwestern's next game is on Friday against Northern Illinois.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores seven in win Roper registered seven points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and five rebounds in 25 minutes during Sunday's 75-62 victory over Minnesota.

Impact Roper played a full 25 minutes in his 13th consecutive start after appearing for just 10 minutes during Northwestern's previous game against Iowa. The freshman matched one of his highest scoring marks this season as he connected on one of two attempts from beyond the arc and converted a season-high four-of-four attempts from the charity stripe. Roper's significant playing time should indicate he's fully recovered from a likely flu bug that pervaded Northwestern's starting lineup this past week.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE