Don't blame Fisch for leaving for more money and a more proven program. Don't blame him for saying he wasn't leaving, because what else is he going to say? I do blame him for spending 3 minutes with the team and the video of him signing the contract in Tucson is a bad look.
Would the game be different if Dillon Gabriel played? Yes.
Would the game be different if Jordan Morgan played? Yes.
Did the game mean more to Arizona? Probably.
Should any of this diminish what Arizona accomplished and what Wildcat fans are feeling today? Heck no.
If you believe in the talent Arizona has, then I think you offer the job to Carroll and hope he can have Pete be a visible part of the program, even if it is just as a consultant or analyst.
Jay Wright just said it was not your typical Arizona team because they are "tough and rugged defensive team." Seth Davis chimed in, "that is rare for Arizona." Are we forgetting half the Sean Miller teams?