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Grabs 17 rebounds Omier accumulated seven points (3-5 FG, 1-2 FT), 17 rebounds, one assist and two steals in 26 minutes during Sunday's 85-69 win over Indiana.

Impact While Omier took a back seat offensively with names such as Isaiah Wong and Jordan Miller dominating the offense, his contributions on the defensive end were massive, and he posted a season-high mark in rebounds. Omier is averaging 13.4 points and 10.1 rebounds per game in his first year with the Hurricanes.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines against Hoosiers Wong registered 27 points (9-17 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds and one steal over 36 minutes during Sunday's 85-69 win over Indiana.

Impact Wong led Miami in scoring as the Hurricanes claimed a Sweet 16 berth. He bounced back admirably following a five-point performance against Drake in the Tournament opener, and he's now scored at least 20 points in two of his last three appearances.

MARCH 20, 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

Isaiah Wong scores 27, sends Miami past Indiana into Sweet 16 against 1-seed Houston Isaiah Wong scored 27 points to lead the fifth-seeded Miami Hurricanes to an 85-69 win over 4-seed Indiana in the second round of the NCAA T...

MARCH 20, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

2023 March Madness highlights: Michigan State, UConn move on to Sweet 16

The first weekend of the NCAA Tournament concluded Sunday with eight more teams advancing to the Sweet 16. Here are the top plays!

MARCH 20, 2023

No. 5 Miami returns to Sweet 16 by beating No. 4 Indiana Mar 19, 2023; Albany, NY, USA; Miami (Fl) Hurricanes guard Harlond Beverly (5) drives to the basket against Indiana Hoosiers forward Miller...

MARCH 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Wong, Miller lead Miami past Indiana, into Sweet 16

Isaiah Wong and Jordan Miller led a decisive second-half spurt for Miami, which beat Indiana 85-69 Sunday night in the second round of the NCAA Tournament to reach its second strai...

MARCH 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

WATCH: Indiana's Trayce Jackson-Davis Swats AJ Casey at the Rim Indiana’s Trayce Jackson-Davis protected the rim on this shot attempt by Miami’s AJ Casey during the NCAA Tournament.

MARCH 20, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

WATCH: Indiana's Trayce Jackson-Davis Swats AJ Casey at the Rim Indiana’s Trayce Jackson-Davis protected the rim on this shot attempt by Miami’s AJ Casey during the NCAA Tournament.

MARCH 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UM guard Nijel Pack has deep Indiana ties, game against Hoosiers takes on extra meaning Miami guard Nijel Pack was AAU teammate of Indiana players Trey Galloway, Anthony Leal

MARCH 19, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

2023 NCAA Tournament odds, expert picks, best bets for first, second round

FOX Sports Gambling Analyst Jason McIntyre is here with his picks for first- and second-round games of the NCAA men's basketball tournament.

MARCH 18, 2023

Scores 21 points in win Pack supplied 21 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and two steals over 35 minutes during Friday's 63-56 win over Drake.

Impact Pack was one of the best performers for the Hurricanes in this game, but that is not a surprise since he's been a consistent contributor for Miami all season long. Up next there's a matchup against Indiana on Sunday.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes advance to second round of NCAA Tournament with 63-56 thriller over Drake Nijel Pack, Wooga Poplar lift Miami to first-round win over Drake.

MARCH 18, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Hurricanes advance to second round of NCAA Tournament with 63-56 thriller over Drake Nijel Pack, Wooga Poplar lift Miami to first-round win over Drake.

MARCH 18, 2023 • THESTATE.COM

Hurricanes advance to second round of NCAA Tournament with 63-56 thriller over Drake Nijel Pack, Wooga Poplar lift Miami to first-round win over Drake.

MARCH 18, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Double-doubles in win Omier amassed 12 points (2-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 14 rebounds and one steal across 36 minutes during Friday's 63-56 victory over Drake.

Impact Omier recorded his 15th double-double of the season after playing just one minute in the previous game due to an ankle injury. The sophomore big man also played his second-highest minutes total of 2022-23.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

John Fanta's 2023 March Madness instant reaction: Recap of a chaotic Day 2

John Fanta provided live running analysis of every single game through the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament. Follow along!

MARCH 18, 2023

Miami-Drake live stream (3/17): How to watch March Madness online, TV, time Miami leading rebounder Norchad Omier, nursing a sprained ankle, practiced with the team Thursday.

MARCH 17, 2023 • AL.COM

2023 March Madness: Best bets, upsets for first, second-round of NCAA Tournament

Sammy P gives us his best bets for the first and second round of the NCAA tournament. Read which teams he's betting big on in March Madness.

MARCH 17, 2023

Available against Drake Omier (ankle) has been medically cleared and will play in Friday's game versus Drake, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Omier will return to the lineup Friday after playing just one minute due to an ankle injury he suffered against Duke. The sophomore big man is averaging 13.6 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 steals in 28.4 minutes in 32 games this season.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Omier (ankle) is expected to play Friday against Drake, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact Omier sustained an ankle injury during last week's ACC Tournament, but he participated in practice Wednesday. He appeared to be trending toward playing during Miami's first-round matchup in the NCAA Tournament, and it appears as though he'll be able to suit up as long as he doesn't experience any setbacks during pregame warmups.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available if no setback Omier (ankle) will be available Friday if he suffers no setback with his injury before Miami's game against Drake, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Omier has been able to practice on back-to-back days now. According to Miami's head coach Jim Larranaga, Omier will play on Friday "if his ankle doesn't swell overnight" before the Drake-Miami game. Omier's presence will be crucial to prevent a first-round upset and advancement into the 2023 NCAA Tournament's Round of 32.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Early best bets: 2023 March Madness bracket picks, sleepers from our experts

FOX Sports gambling experts Jason McIntyre and Sam Panayotovich give their early picks to make heading into March Madness.

MARCH 16, 2023

VIDEO: PF Norchad Omier at final practice before departing for NCAA Tournament Watch power forward Norchad Omier participate in practice on Wednesday.

MARCH 16, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Chris 'The Bear' Fallica's March Madness trends, storylines, historical breakdown

Chris "The Bear" Fallica gives us a historical look at the best trends and storylines heading into the 2023 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament...

MARCH 15, 2023