The Buckeyes haven't forgotten about how things went for them in the first round of last season's NCAA Tournament, when they dropped to No. 15 seed Oral Roberts.
Chris Holtmann, Justin Ahrens, Malaki Branham and Cedric Russell all spoke with members of the media Wednesday before heading to Pittsburgh amid NCAA Tournament preparations.
We analyze Ohio State’s chances of beating Loyola – and Villanova if it can get past Loyola – and discuss whether Chris Holtmann needs at least one win to avoid the hot seat.
Central Ohio native Braden Norris said he will “definitely have a chip on my shoulder” as he tries to lead Loyola to a win over Ohio State in the first round of the NCAA...
Although the Buckeyes have nine seniors on their roster, they will face a major disparity when it comes to NCAA Tournament experience against a veteran Loyola team.
Ohio State will try to enter the NCAA Tournament with a blank slate after struggling through the end of the regular season and suffering a disappointing loss in the Big Ten...
Chris Holtmann spoke with members of the media on a Zoom call Sunday following the NCAA Tournament selection show, which revealed Ohio State will play Loyola Chicago Friday.
Loyola is led by the youngest coach in Division I, its starting point guard is from Central Ohio and it’s won at least two games in two of the past four NCAA Tournaments.
