Miami Canes Omier misses out on NBA G-League Elite Camp as he…

Norchad Omier wasn’t invited to the NBA Combine or G League Elite Camp, indicating he may transfer from the University of Miami. Baylor and St. John’s are potential destinations, with an announcement expected next week. Initially declaring for the NBA Draft, the Nicaraguan player later entered the transfer portal on April 25, reversing his decision to not return to college.

Kyshawn George, a freshman guard at UM who declared for the NBA Draft, received an invitation to the combine. Another Hurricanes guard, Wooga Poplar, who entered both the draft and the transfer portal, was invited to the G League Elite Camp.

Omier, who led the team last season with 17 points and 10 rebounds, has hired an NCAA certified agent. If he doesn’t receive the desired NBA feedback, he has the option to return to college basketball, where he’s anticipated to secure a lucrative NIL deal. On April 9, when Omier announced his departure from UM for the draft, he shared this message on social media:

“For the past two years, my time at UM has been a true blessing, and I’ve treasured every moment representing my university in my No. 15 jersey. I’m grateful for the strong bonds I’ve formed with my teammates, bonds that extend beyond the basketball court. I’ll always be a Hurricane, and I’m thankful to Coach L and his entire staff for their guidance, support, and for making me feel valued in this wonderful city.
After careful consideration and prayer, I’ve made the decision to enter the 2024 NBA Draft to continue my journey. Omier, a 6-7 forward, earned second-team All-ACC honors, ranking second in rebounds per game in the ACC behind North Carolina’s 6-11 Armando Bacot, and second in Player Efficiency Rating at 26.8 behind Virginia Tech’s Lynn Kidd (27.6), who recently joined Miami. Additionally, Omier was honored with the prestigious 2023-24 Skip Prosser Award, recognizing him as the top scholar-athlete in ACC men’s basketball.”

During his freshman year, George, the 6-8 guard from Switzerland, showcased his skills by averaging 7.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, impressing with his shooting accuracy at 42.6 percent from the field and 40.8 percent from beyond the arc.
His physique and abilities immediately caught the attention of NBA scouts.

Meanwhile, Poplar, the 6-5 guard from Philadelphia, maintained an average of 13.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists last season. Despite high expectations following his performance during the Hurricanes’ Final Four run in 2023, Poplar faced challenges in regaining form after injuring his ankle in late December. With Omier and Poplar departing, the only remaining key player from the 2023 Final Four team is guard Nijel Pack, who confirmed his return for a fifth season.