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Ohio State Buckeyes prepare for new season after key player losses

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes prepare for new season after key player losses

Summary

The Ohio State Buckeyes, coming off a 21-13 season and an 8th place finish in the Big Ten, are gearing up for the upcoming basketball season. They will be missing three of their top four scorers from last year, including Bruce Thornton, Devin Royal, and Cristoph Tilly. Returning is John Mobley Jr., Ohio State's 2nd leading scorer, and new transfers Jimmie Williams and Justin Pippen will look to fill gaps left by departures. The Buckeyes also add incoming freshman Anthony Thompson, a highly regarded recruit. Their schedule includes a matchup against the Ducks, with the date yet to be confirmed.

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By the Numbers

•Ohio State finished 21-13 last season, 12-8 in conference play.
•The team will miss three of their top four scorers from last year.
•John Mobley Jr. returns as a key scoring option for the Buckeyes.
•New transfers Jimmie Williams and Justin Pippen join the roster.
•Incoming freshman Anthony Thompson is a top recruit with NBA potential.

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What’s up y’all? We are back once again with another Big Ten basketball preview, and today we’re gonna be focusing on the Ohio State Buckeyes. Ohio State finished with a 21-13 record last season, going 12-8 in conference, which was good for an 8th place finish in the Big Ten. The Buckeyes will be going […]
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