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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) shoots around Kam Woods during the second half of the NCAA men's basketball game at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026. Ohio State won 89-82.

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Ohio State's Bruce Thornton had an incredible week against Wisconsin and Michigan. Here's what that earned him.

Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr., center, defends against Ohio State's Bruce Thornton, left, during the second half on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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Thornton leads the Buckeyes in scoring, assists and steals. Here's what Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo had to say about him.

Feb 17, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) drives to the basket as Wisconsin Badgers guard Braeden Carrington (0) defends during the second half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Ohio State heads to No. 15 Michigan State looking to build on its ranked win over Wisconsin. Here’s what the Buckeyes must do to earn a key road victory and strengthen their NCAA Tournament résumé.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler talks to center Christoph Tilly (13) during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the USC Trojans at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026. Ohio State won 89-82.

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The Buckeyes have five games left. Here is what they need to do to earn an at-large bid.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) shoots the ball against the Wisconsin Badgers in the second half of the NCAA game at Value City Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

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Bruce Thornton reached another milestone as Ohio State earned its first ranked win of the season, defeating No. 24 Wisconsin 86–69 behind strong performances from Thornton and Devin Royal.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) drives past USC Trojans guard Kam Woods (13) during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026.

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Following an efficient 27 points on 9-of-18 from the field that led to an 86-69 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers, Thornton has vaulted his way into third place in the all-time scoring rankings. He now trails just Herb Williams and Dennis Hopson.

Feb 14, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Devin Royal (21) drives to the basket past Virginia Cavaliers guard Dallin Hall (30) during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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Ohio State faces Wisconsin tonight with a new starting lineup and John Mobley Jr. sidelined. Here are three keys that could decide the Buckeyes’ rematch with the Badgers.

Feb 11, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) is introduced before the game against the USC Trojans at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Here are two players who must rise to the occasion with John Mobley Jr. sidelined due to injury.

Feb 5, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) dribbles during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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Ohio State's Bruce Thornton shouldn't be overlooked because of his size.

The Ohio State Buckeyes huddle prior to the NCAA men's basketball game against the USC Trojans at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026.

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During an Ohio State men's basketball game against the No. 15 nationally ranked Virginia Cavaliers, Johnson, who was on the broadcast, commented on the Buckeyes' inability to bring in high-level recruits and players due to a lack of funding for the team.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) reacts after a turnover during the second half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus on Feb. 8, 2026. Ohio State lost 82-61.

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The star guard was dealt some unfortunate news following a game vs. the USC Trojans last Wednesday.

Ohio State Buckeyes center Christoph Tilly (13) and forward Devin Royal (21) fight for a loose ball with USC Trojans guard Kam Woods (13) during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026.

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Ohio State faces No. 15 Virginia in the Nashville Hoops Showdown with a Quad 1 opportunity on the line. Here’s how the Buckeyes match up with the Cavaliers entering tonight’s game.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) shoots over USC Trojans forward Jacob Cofie (6) during the second half of the NCAA men's basketball game at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026. Ohio State won 89-82.

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Bruce Thornton scored 21 points to enter Ohio State’s top-five all-time scoring list as the Buckeyes used balanced scoring and efficient offense to defeat USC 89–82 at home.

Ohio State forward Amare Bynum (1) blocks a shot by Wisconsin guard Braeden Carrington (0) during the first half of their game Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes look to continue their push to March Madness. Here's how they might be able to pull it off.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler talks to Ohio State Buckeyes forward Amare Bynum (1) and forward Devin Royal (21) during the NCAA men's basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus on Feb. 8, 2026.

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Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler discussed late-game execution and defensive discipline ahead of Wednesday’s matchup with USC.

Ohio State Buckeyes center Christoph Tilly (13) takes a breather during the NCAA men's basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus on Feb. 8, 2026.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes have been stuck in mediocrity for years now, but following recent comments from athletic director Ross Bjork, the university hopes to step up the NIL opportunities for athletes outside of football.

Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) and guard Bruce Thornton (2) react in the final seconds of the second half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus on Feb. 8, 2026. Ohio State lost 82-61.

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Michigan controlled the glass and limited Ohio State’s offense to hand the Buckeyes their second loss to the Wolverines this season.

Feb 16, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) dribbles the ball as Michigan Wolverines guard Tre Donaldson (3) defends during the first half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Ohio State hosts No. 2 Michigan on Sunday after a late-game breakdown in the first meeting. Here’s what’s changed and what the Buckeyes must do to win.