Ohio State basketball projected as a No. 9 seed in early bracketology
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:09 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Joe Lunardi's early bracketology for the NCAA basketball tournament places Ohio State just off the bubble as a No. 9 seed in the West Region, set to face No. 8 seed Missouri. This projection comes before the season begins and is partly influenced by the Buckeyes' recent performances. Ohio State's roster will differ significantly from last year, potentially allowing them to surprise critics. More updates on standings and projections will follow as the season approaches.
- •Joe Lunardi's projections include Ohio State as a No. 9 seed.
- •The Buckeyes are set to face Missouri as an 8 seed.
- •Roster changes could influence Ohio State's performance.
- •Early predictions highlight the uncertainty of team outcomes.
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — Where is Ohio State hoops in Joe Lunardi's very early bracketology?
"Resident ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi released a way-too-early bracketology for next season. Where does he have Ohio State landing?
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