Sunday, January 5, 2014

All Hail "The Answer"

  

   Allow me to introduce you to Luke "The Answer" Fischer. News broke out on Sunday that "The Answer" will be transferring from Indiana University to Marquette.
   I do understand it is unfair, and probably incredibly stupid of me, to label a man that has not played one game for Marquette "The Answer". I am just that optimistic about all things Marquette basketball, unless we are talking about Derrick Wilson. I am ready to write him off as a starting point guard just like I am ready to write off my New Year's resolutions to eat less junk food, and walk properly instead of waddling.
   Fischer, a freshman center, did not come out and state his reasoning for decision, but speculation has trickled out about why he is leaving. According to a source (yes I do have sources) Fischer did not see himself fitting in Tom Crean's program and wanted to enroll somewhere closer to his hometown of Germantown, Wisconsin.
   Fischer thought that Marquette would be a better fit for him. Now this might be because he enjoys Marquette's relaxed party scene rather than the Animal House like ragers Indiana features, but this is just my speculation. What I do know, is what Fischer will bring to Marquette on the court.
   Conflicting media reports came out about when Fischer will be able to start playing for the Golden Eagles. A majority of the reports speculate that it will be next winter. By then, Fischer must become more assertive when crashing the boards and bulk up in the gym. If he is able to eliminate the "soft" label that has been placed on him, he could see significant minutes for Marquette right away.
   Do not judge "The Answer" on his numbers based on a small sample size at Indiana (2.8PPG and 2.1 RPG). A unanimous top one hundred recruit out of high school, Fischer has the raw talent to match up against the best big men in the country. If Buzz Williams can help Fischer add a plethora of post moves to his arsenal, he can become a go to scoring threat in the post.
   This should be music to the ears of Marquette fans. After this season, with the departure of Chris Otule, Davante Gardner, and Jamil Wilson, the Golden Eagles will be in desperate need of depth in their frontcourt. This is especially true given that Chief Keef look alike Jameel McKay has officially transferred to Iowa State.
   One thing is for certain about Fischer; he is not Garret Swanson. You remember Swanson right? He had similar numbers as Fischer when he transferred from Idaho State, sat out a year, infested the heaven on earth that is Dog House, then left to become a student athlete at powerhouse Casper College.
   Marquette fans, welcome Luke Fischer to Thrillwaukee. Show him around town. Take him to Victors in an attempt to be best friends with him, like I intend on doing. "The Answer" may eventually be the next big thing on campus.

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