The Kentucky- Indiana All-Star game was supposed to be a beat down with Indiana being the aggressor, but WKU signee George Fant (#3) had other plans. Indiana jumped out to an early lead and took the wind out of Kentucky’s sails. That is, until Fant put back a missed shot with a monstrous dunk and brought the entire gym to its feet. Kentucky went on a run and remained in the lead most of the game. Fant got into foul trouble early in the second half. It was easy to see the team wasn’t the same when Fant was on the bench. Kentucky gave up the lead, and with the game tied UK signee Marquis Teague hit a buzzer beater to win it for Indiana. The big story in the game however, was Fant’s performance. Everyone knew “Mr. Basketball” Anthony Hickey would lead the Kentucky team; but not many people (besides this guy) would have guessed Fant would be the one to keep Kentucky in the game. Fant finished with 18 points and 5 rebounds in 20 minutes of action. His energy was incredible on the court and he truly looked like a team player. Offensively he is a player who can hit the mid-range jumper, and though he has a good stroke, needs a little bit more work from the arc. He battles for rebounds and loose balls with no regard for his body. He reminds me of Steffphon Pettigrew in a lot of ways. He has more fire and intensity than Pettigrew and my bet is that he’ll be a fan favorite for years to come on the hill.
I was able to catch up with Fant after the game and ask him a few questions:
Q: What does it mean for you to represent WKU in an all-star game like this with so many great players?
A: I know Coach Mac and and everybody is watching. I know they’re proud of me to be able to play in this game and show what I can do. I’m a team guy and whatever team I’m on, I want to do whatever it takes to win.
Q: What do you have to say about the recruiting class that's coming in this year?
A: We’re good. We have eight guys that can all play at a high level and even our walk-on (Spence Sheldon) is a good shooter and all around player. I’m just ready to get with all the guys and start building our chemistry. It starts in the weight room. We’re all excited to get together finally and get going.
WESTERN KENTUCKY DAWG!
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