Ohio State loses to Cincinnati in CareSource Invitational exhibition

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Ohio State loses to Cincinnati in CareSource Invitational exhibition
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Ohio State men's basketball fell to Cincinnati 79-68 in an outdoor exhibition game at the CareSource Invitational on October 7, 2026. The Buckeyes led for over 20 minutes, but struggled offensively in the final stretch as Cincinnati capitalized on gaps in the Ohio State defense. John Mobley Jr. was the standout for the Buckeyes, scoring 15 points. Both teams were using the game to prepare for the upcoming season rather than focusing on the outcome.

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  • •Ohio State led for more than 20 minutes during the game.
  • •Cincinnati found success attacking Ohio State's interior defense.
  • •Mobley Jr. was the only player to reach double digits for Ohio State.
  • •The game served as preparation rather than a traditional competitive matchup.
  • •Both teams aimed to raise money for a charitable cause.
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