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Ohio State men's basketball to face Vanderbilt in 2026-27 series

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Ohio State men's basketball to face Vanderbilt in 2026-27 series

Summary

Ohio State men's basketball is set to enter a home-and-home series with Vanderbilt, starting with a game in Columbus during the 2026-27 season. The Commodores will visit the Jerome Schottenstein Center for a matchup on November 24, 2026, followed by a return game in Nashville for the 2027-28 season. This agreement marks the first meetings between the two teams since 1989. Ohio State continues to schedule challenging opponents, featuring games against BYU, Kansas, Notre Dame, and UConn in the upcoming season. The Buckeyes aim to improve upon their previous season's performance that ended with a first-round NCAA Tournament exit.

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Status Watch

•Ohio State to play Vanderbilt in Columbus on November 24, 2026.
•Series includes a return game in Nashville for 2027-28.
•Teams have faced each other only twice, with Vanderbilt winning both matchups.
•Ohio State's schedule features other tough opponents like BYU and Kansas.
•The Buckeyes look to adjust their roster after last season's early NCAA exit.

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1:13 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State men's hoops finalizing home-and-home series with Vanderbilt
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