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Mar 13, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler directs his team against the Michigan Wolverines during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Ohio State faces TCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Jake Diebler previewed the matchup and the Buckeyes’ keys to advancing.

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Ohio State faces TCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Jake Diebler previewed the matchup and the Buckeyes’ keys to advancing.

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Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; TCU Horned Frogs forward David Punch (15) drives to the basket during the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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Ohio State opens the NCAA Tournament Thursday in Greenville against a TCU team that surged late in the season behind a physical frontcourt and experienced guard play.

Ohio State's head coach Kevin McGuff reacts during the second quarter in the game against Michigan State on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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Selection Sunday will reveal the full bracket for the NCAA Women’s Tournament, but one thing is already clear for the Ohio State Buckeyes. OSU will host the first two rounds after securing a top four seed.

Mar 13, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) defends Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Ohio State learned its NCAA Tournament fate on Selection Sunday. Here’s the Buckeyes’ seed, opponent, schedule and potential path through the bracket.

Teammates celebrate a three pointer by Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) during the second half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus on Jan. 26, 2026. Ohio State won 84-78.

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Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler directs his team against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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After a close loss to Michigan in the Big Ten Tournament, Ohio State coach Jake Diebler believes the Buckeyes deserve a spot in March Madness.

Michigan guard Roddy Gayle Jr. (11) dribbles against Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton (2) during the second half of Big Ten tournament quarterfinal at United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 13, 2026.

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Michigan held off Ohio State 71-67 in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal as a late scoring drought cost the Buckeyes, who now await Selection Sunday.

Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler reacts to a play against Michigan during the first half of Big Ten tournament quarterfinal at United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 13, 2026.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes missed out on a chance for an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament and are now left waiting to learn their fate.

Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) goes to the basket against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Ohio State strengthened its NCAA Tournament résumé with a 72–69 Big Ten Tournament win over Iowa, a result that could seal the Buckeyes’ March Madness bid.

Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) reacts after making a three point basket against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Here's what Jake Diebler and Bruce Thorton said after taking down Iowa in the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday.

Ohio State Buckeyes forward Amare Bynum (1) blocks the shot of Indiana Hoosiers forward Reed Bailey (1) in the first half of the NCAA game at Value City Arena on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

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Ohio State will face Iowa in the Big Ten Tournament after the Hawkeyes defeated Maryland. Here’s what to know about the matchup and the Buckeyes’ momentum entering postseason play.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) celebrates with Dennis Hopson after becoming Ohio State men's basketball's all-time leading scorer in the first half of the NCAA game at Value City Arena on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes will have to win four games in four days to win the Big Ten tournament, below are three reasons they can do it.

Ohio State President Ted Carter speaks during his investiture ceremony at the Greater Columbus Convention Center on Nov. 8, 2024.

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The school's president sudden exit came after handing over his notice of resignation to the Board of Trustees over the weekend.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) shoots the ball against Indiana Hoosiers guard Tayton Conerway (6) in the second half of the NCAA game at Value City Arena on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

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Ohio State earned the No. 8 seed and a double-bye in the Big Ten Tournament. Here’s a look at the Buckeyes’ potential matchups and their path forward.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler celebrates following the 89-82 win over USC Trojans in the NCAA men's basketball game at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026.

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The bubble has burst on a number of teams, leaving the Buckeyes' door wide open

Mar 7, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) celebrates breaking the school all time scoring record with former recored holder Dennis Hopson during the first half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Bruce Thornton became Ohio State’s all-time leading scorer as the Buckeyes defeated Indiana on Senior Day, securing their 20th win and strengthening their NCAA Tournament resume.

Mar 1, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) warms up before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Bruce Thornton has put his name into Ohio State folklore.

Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler talks to Ohio State guard John Mobley Jr. (0) during a timeout while playing against the Iowa Hawkeyes Feb. 25, 2026 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

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The Buckeyes are in a must-win spot vs. the Indiana Hoosiers Saturday.

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Ohio State celebrates Senior Day as Bruce Thornton nears the Buckeyes’ all-time scoring record in the regular-season finale.

Mar 1, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) controls the ball as Purdue Boilermakers guard Gicarri Harris (24) defends during the second half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Ohio State travels to Penn State for its final road game of the regular season as the Buckeyes continue their push toward the NCAA Tournament.

Mar 1, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) celebrates with fans after the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Here are a few steps Ohio State has to take if it wants to make the NCAA tournament

Mar 1, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) shoots the ball as Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) defends during the second half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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John Mobley Jr. hit his eighth 20-point game this season for Ohio State. After the game, he turned heads with his prediction for the Buckeyes in March.

Mar 1, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) celebrates during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Ohio State defeated No. 8 Purdue 82–74 behind balanced scoring, dominant rebounding, and a decisive free-throw advantage in a critical late-season win.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler reacts in the first half of the NCAA game at Value City Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

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After a 74–57 loss to Iowa, Ohio State hosts No. 8 Purdue as Jake Diebler addresses injuries, lineup adjustments and what must improve immediately.

Feb 25, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) controls the ball as Iowa Hawkeyes forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) defends during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Up as many as 12, the Ohio State Buckeyes ended up falling short in a game that flipped on them, falling to the Iowa Hawkeyes on Wednesday night, 74-57.