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#OhioState was playing Auburn in the Sweet Sixteen that night when Mike Wells' phone rang. You'll be surprised what happened next. “I’m probably giving you a window into how good a person Charles Barkley actually is," the new #Buckeyes coach told us: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Charles Barkley's phone call got Ohio State's Mike Wells to Sweet Sixteen

Mike Wells was a video coordinator with the Houston Rockets when Charles Barkley offered to bring him along to Ohio State's Sweet Sixteen game in 1999.

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#OhioState's Andrija Jelavic and Ivan Njegovan won't be with the #Buckeyes today. They'll be in Toronto, cheering on their native Croatia in the #WorldCup again. Here's the full story on the teammates who share a love for the beautiful game: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Ohio State's Ivan Njegovan, Andrija Jelavic cheer on Croatia in World Cup

Now Ohio State teammates, native Croatians Ivan Njegovan and Andrija Jelavic are taking the chance to cheer on their country in the World Cup. ⚽

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#OhioState brought former coach Thad Matta back for the #Buckeyes' annual "Vet Week" last week. Here's how Jake Diebler continues to try and reach back to that era of hoops and why Matta matters so much to him and the program: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Ohio State's Jake Diebler leaning into Thad Matta era as coach returns

Ohio State men's basketball coach Jake Diebler welcomed back former coach Thad Matta in the latest example of embracing that era of program history.

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What is #OhioState sophomore Amare Bynum focusing on this offseason, and why did he stay with the #Buckeyes? Here's what Bynum had to say after yesterday's summer practice: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

After breakout year, Amare Bynum returns to Ohio State for bigger role

Ohio State forward Amare Bynum explains why he returned for his sophomore season and his goals for the year ahead.

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How much did #OhioState men's hoops spend on its 2026-27 roster compared to the rest of the Big Ten? Ross Bjork wasn't saying, but based on the roster, "We should be a lot better next year." His thoughts on the #Buckeyes and the future of the Schottenstein Center: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Ohio State's Ross Bjork says men's hoops spent enough to be competitive

In a wide-ranging conversation with reporters, Ohio State AD Ross Bjork shed some light on the men's basketball program and its arena.

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We've gotten to see a few parts of two #OhioState summer practices. Here are five initial observations about the #Buckeyes so far: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

5 observations from Ohio State's early summer practices

As the Ohio State men's basketball team works through the summer, here are five early observations from two practice viewing sessions.

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#OhioState AD Ross Bjork, on the #Buckeyes men's basketball program: "We should be a lot better next year. … Jake’s done a great job."

#OhioState AD Ross Bjork talking to local media right now. "We will be the first program to have a $500 million budget," he said.

Hey #OhioState fans...we have a press conference with Ross Bjork today at 10. Anything specific you're dying to hear about from the #Buckeyes' AD?

What did the NBA tell #OhioState guard John Mobley Jr. he needed to work on, and how will that impact his season with the #Buckeyes? Here's what we learned at Thursday's practice: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

After testing NBA draft, John Mobley Jr. applying feedback to Ohio State

John Mobley Jr. went through the NBA draft process before returning to Ohio State. Here's how that could impact his junior season.

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I just realized that #OhioState's John Mobley Jr. is the fourth-leading returning scorer in the Big Ten.

Before he got to #OhioState, Jimmie Williams was a prep player with a dream and nowhere to play. Here's how a New Jersey prep school kept the dream alive for the future #Buckeyes guard: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Ohio State's Jimmie Williams got college path started with prep school

Before he became a Division I men's basketball player, Jimmie Williams was a confident high school kid in need of a chance. Here's how he got one.

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Got to watch a few #OhioState players do some skill workouts before the #Buckeyes hosted team camp today. Still thinking about how different Josh Ojianwuna's body looks compared to a year ago. He's trimmed up, and turns out he's got a 3-point shot in his bag.

For #OhioState fans asking about Carmen's Crew and TBT, I've heard there might be a team this year with hope of having more younger former #Buckeyes on the roster, but that's all I've heard so far.

Hey #OhioState hoops fans...we talk with Jake Diebler on Monday at 10 a.m. What are you most interested to learn about as the #Buckeyes begin the summer?

How did Vuk Lazarevic make his way onto #OhioState's radar? Turns out, a trip to Dayton in January got the attention of the #Buckeyes. Get to know the incoming freshman center here: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Dayton trip paved way for center Vuk Lazarevic to commit to Ohio State

Vuk Lazarevic's Ohio State recruitment was under the radar to the public, but a trip to Dayton in January got the process rolling for the center.

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Why did Andrija Jelavic pick #OhioState after a year at Kentucky? I caught up with the #Buckeyes transfer center to learn more about the decision, his expected role and more: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Why did Kentucky transfer center Andrija Jelavic pick Ohio State?

Andrija Jelavic, a Kentucky transfer, found his new home at Ohio State, seeking a big role while bringing a winning mentality.

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I once interviewed Max Strus about his DePaul teammate Austin Grandstaff.

News: #OhioState, men's basketball strength and conditioning coach Quadrian Banks parting ways after nine years with the program: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Ohio State, men's basketball strength coach Quadrian Banks parting ways

After nine years at Ohio State, men's basketball strength and conditioning coach Quadrian Banks and the Buckeyes are parting ways.

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Dustin@probablydustin.bsky.social · 3mo ago

OR THIS

I still want “The Scoreboard Fire” commemorative kit. Replace Goosebumps next cycle with a top that’s all black except for yellow flames on the right shoulder.

The transfer portal is closed. The roster is pretty much set. Here are 7 thoughts on the #OhioState men's basketball team as the #Buckeyes solidify their 2026-27 team: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

With roster pretty much set, seven thoughts on Ohio State's 2026-27 team

The transfer portal is closed, and with most of the 2026-27 roster set here are some thoughts on where the Ohio State men's basketball team sits.

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While I was helping at school, #OhioState landed a commitment from Memphis transfer Curtis Givens III, likely filling out the #Buckeyes' portal class: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Ohio State lands Memphis transfer guard Curtis Givens III

Ohio State has added another piece to its 2026-27 roster with Memphis transfer guard Curtis Givens III.

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Dave with an “E”@davel106lusk.bsky.social · 4mo ago

I think there's a good chance we see, like, a lineup with Bynum, Ojianwuna and Jelavic. Might solve some of that rebounding, will definitely require Bynum to take a step as a consistent 3-point shooter.

Maybe add a strong rebounder at the 4 and a three point shooter? A lot depends on how good Thompson is going to be and how fast he gets there. I think this group has a chance to be better than this year’s team but maybe not top four in conference. So many variables in the college game today.

#OhioState's 2026-27 projected rotation, as of today. Starters: Justin Pippen John Mobley Jr. Anthony Thompson Amare Bynum Andrija Jelavic/Josh Ojianwuna Reserves: Jelavic or Ojianwuna Jimmie Williams Ivan Njegovan Alex Smith +one more piece Thoughts?

Confirmed a planned Thursday visit for an #OhioState transfer portal target and updated the @dispatch.com #Buckeyes transfer tracker: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

Which transfers have been linked with Ohio State in the 2026 offseason?

As Ohio State navigates the transfer portal, here's an ongoing list of players the Buckeyes have been linked with.

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#OhioState is going to survey "season ticket holders and key stakeholders of the Schottenstein Center" for their thoughts on the arena. What suggestions would you offer?