Get to Know a Transfer: Xavier’s Kerem Kanter

Yes, he is the younger brother of (now) New York Knicks Enes Kanter. Now that that’s off the table, let’s get to Xavier’s new big man.

Kanter had an eventful April, as the Turkish center declared for the NBA Draft while also committing to play for the Musketeers as a grad transfer. In late May however, Kanter announced that he was pulling out of the 2017 Draft and would be suiting up for Chris Mack.

This came as great news for Xavier, as Kanter is coming off of his best season at Green Bay. Averaging 11.6 points and 6.3 rebounds per game, he was a hot commodity on the transfer market.

Kanter told ESPN he's also heard from Kansas, Michigan State, UConn, NC State, Purdue, Baylor, Seton Hall,…