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Mike Wells returns to Ohio State basketball coaching staff this summer

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Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Mike Wells returns to Ohio State basketball coaching staff this summer

Summary

Mike Wells officially joins the Ohio State men's basketball coaching staff after years in the NBA and Australia. On June 4, he was present at Ohio State's summer team camp, reflecting on his journey back to Central Ohio, where he began his coaching career. He was hired by coach Jake Diebler to fill a vacancy on the staff, citing a longstanding desire to work in college basketball. Wells, who most recently coached the Adelaide 36ers in Australia and has also worked with six NBA teams, aims to bring his professional experience to help navigate the evolving of college basketball.

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•Wells previously coached the Adelaide 36ers to the championship series.
•He has 33 years of coaching experience, including time in the NBA.
•Wells expressed a desire to be closer to family in Central Ohio.
•His hiring followed a connection with Jake Diebler through the Drew family.
•Wells' experience from professional and college levels aims to benefit Ohio State.

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