Thad Matta celebrates J.J. Sullinger's kidney donation to Terence Dials

At the Schottenstein Center on October 25, former Ohio State coach Thad Matta honored J.J. Sullinger for donating a kidney to teammate Terence Dials. Matta spoke during halftime of Ohio State's exhibition against Butler, reflecting on the significance of their friendship. Dials is recovering after the surgery on October 12. A video tribute featuring former Ohio State players was presented, and Matta received a commemorative basketball celebrating his career. After the game, former players gathered to reconnect with Matta, marking a nostalgic return for the coach who won 502 games at Ohio State.

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