Josh Ojianwuna ready for Ohio State basketball after long recovery

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Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Josh Ojianwuna ready for Ohio State basketball after long recovery

Summary

Josh Ojianwuna, a fifth-year center for Ohio State, is cleared to play for the upcoming 2026-27 season after a lengthy recovery from a torn ACL suffered in February 2025. Ojianwuna, who averaged 7.4 points and 6.4 rebounds at Baylor before his injury, opted for a medical redshirt last year. He has participated in summer exhibition games in Puerto Rico, showcasing his defensive capabilities and expressing confidence in his physical conditioning. As he prepares for the season, Ojianwuna aims to regain his previous level of performance while contributing significantly to the Buckeyes' roster.

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•Ojianwuna missed 632 days due to injury before returning.
•He started in Ohio State's summer exhibition games.
•Previously averaged 7.4 points and 6.4 rebounds at Baylor.
•Focused on defensive versatility and physical play this season.
•He aims to regain full conditioning before the start of the season.

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Josh Ojianwuna has sat on the sidelines for longer than he'd like to think about, but now the Ohio State center is healthy and ready for the season.
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