Nope. He would be the four, where Morgan plays. He would be a backup without question. So, thinking logically about this (which I get is an issue for you), as he’s a four he wouldn’t really play over Fitzner or Smith. Don’t think we know if he would be over Smith yet. Think Smith could have a really strong year. Hunter I’ll give you.
There is an argument to be made for Fitzner, Green, and Hunter. He is not better than Smith though.
You’re only calling Fitzner a 5 because he’s 6’10. From what I understand nothing about his game screams that he’s a 5. A skinny finesse shooter that’s averaged 3 rebounds per game for his career. I think he will help IU this year but he’s not your prototypical 5.
It's exactly what you call someone in his position. Knowingly or recklessly transmitting STDs is a crime.
Right. We didn’t have a five for the B10 last year and we’re fine defensively. What we need is someone who can help space the floor and knock down the open 3’s which is what I believe he can do. So you’re right on the prototypical five comment. To me, that’s Davis but I’m not sure that’s a great thing having him on the block constantly clogging up the lane.
Why is that a foregone conclusion? Smith had a decent freshman year and think he will be good but think Evan B. is the more proven player.
That’s my point. Evan B is 2 inches shorter than Fitzner but weighs more & rebounds at a higher rate, averaged more blocks per game, and still can space the floor so I don’t think comparing the 2 players is crazy. They’re both stretch 4’s.
Fitzner played in a better conference for a better team. Evan B played in a terrible conference for a terrible team. They may be close, but I would rather have the height and the better 3pt percentage than the rebounds. We NEED the 3pt shooting.
Evan B hasnt played in two years. When he did play, he put up good numbers on an Ivy League bottom feeder. I think he should be a good player, but I'm taking Smith over him every time.
He was pretty efficient for having a USG% around 30 which will obviously drop on the Purdue team with more options around him. We’re just going to have to agree to disagree on this one, I’ll take Evan B. for this upcoming season every time.
And Fitnzer DIDN’T put up numbers against San Fran-****ing-cisco. Man this is easy.
You really picking individual games to critique? I can go grab games Edwards didn’t play well, but I dont, because I’m not an idiot.
He transferred to IU because he’s exactly what we need. I know it hurts your feelings knowing I’d take him over Haarms, but truth hurt little bro.
What exactly are you arguing? Did I ever say Fitzner was better than Evan B? No. I said Smith was better.
He transferred to IU because of the opportunity to play because of a bad roster. He would’ve rode the pine at St. Mary’s.
To be completely honest, I dont think we really know too much about each. Both will get significant time this year. But on the surface, Fitzner is a much better shooter which is what we need. So, given that, I’ll take Fitzner.
It’s pretty simple, really. Some people actually understand the game of basketball. Try to learn someday (not real hopeful you have the capacity).
I’m basing my opinion on what EB has done during his first two years. Production.
Oh Blaire...
ND finished at 79, Q1 wins stop at (otr) 75.
What about getting too excited about players not putting up numbers at all against dog shit programs?
Yup. Or what about bringing four starters in who largely didn’t produce a damn thing last year and expecting them to be able to beat the Warriors? Let me tell ya, the whole B10 is gonna be terrified of Cline and Eastern. Lulz. TERRIFIED!
