Ohio State (17-15, 9-11 Big Ten)

Jake Diebler enters his second full season as head coach with an experienced roster. The Buckeyes return three of their top four scorers from last season, including an experienced backcourt, as they look to make the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2022. Ohio State has struggled in Big Ten play the last three seasons, going 23-37.

Players to watch

Senior point guard Bruce Thornton averaged 17.7 points per game last season and led the conference with a 3.15 assist-to-turnover ratio (148 assists, 47 turnovers). He also shot 50% from the floor, including 42.4% on 3-pointers. ... Sophomore John Mobley Jr. is also in the backcourt and a threat from the perimeter after making 77 3-pointers last season and averaging 13 points per game. ... Junior Brando

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