Jamison Battle couldn't help but smile following his missed buzzer-beater against Georgia, reflecting on a memorable college career full of twists and turns.
Scotty Middleton is out for Ohio State despite returning to the team while Bruce Thornton is starting against Georgia despite being listed as questionable with a thigh bruise.
Ohio State is viewed as a potential destination for Meechie Johnson after the former Buckeye guard reentered the transfer portal following two years at South Carolina.
The scoring depth on Georgia's roster helps make up for middling overall offensive numbers and at least one key injury as Ohio State prepares for its NIT quarterfinal opponent.
Dave Dickerson, who has been the head coach at USC Upstate since 2018, is returning to Ohio State as an assistant coach after previously assisting Thad Matta from 2010-17
Jake Diebler is "anticipating" that Bruce Thornton will be available against Virginia Tech after his ankle sprain but said Scotty Middleton remains with his family.
Despite trailing in the final minute, Ohio State found enough clutch plays down the stretch to pull out an 88-83 first-round win over Cornell in the NIT.
Jake Diebler’s authenticity, recruiting ability, leadership traits and vision sold Ross Bjork on him as Ohio State’s head coach despite a lack of experience.
Michael Redd, Lawrence Funderburke, Brad Sellers and Ron Stokes were among the former Ohio State players who expressed their support for Jake Diebler on Monday.
