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Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) is defended by TCU Horned Frogs guard Liutauras Lelevicius (3) Thursday, March 19, 2026, during the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament first round game at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

The Ohio State Buckeyes might end up with yet another basketball player taking the step up to the next level of the game. On Friday, May 1, it was announced that Bruce Thornton was invited to the 2026 NBA Draft Combine.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes might end up with yet another basketball player taking the step up to the next level of the game. On Friday, May 1, it was announced that Bruce Thornton was invited to the 2026 NBA Draft Combine.

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