The Ohio State Buckeyes have emerged as the Big Ten champions. This victory was achieved with a win over Michigan, with Jacy Sheldon’s 22-point performance leading the Buckeyes to a 67-51 win over the Wolverines in their final home game of the regular season.
Ohio State has been on an impressive winning streak since the start of 2024, with a record of 15-0. Their last loss was to the Wolverines on December 30, 2023, which had dropped their record to 10-3. With this recent victory, Ohio State’s overall record stands at 25-3, with a 16-1 Big Ten record, ranking second in the AP Poll.
As the Big Ten champions, Ohio State will now be the No. 1 seed at the Big Ten Tournament, receiving a double-bye straight through to the quarterfinals. The Buckeyes will face Maryland or Penn State at 12:30 p.m. on March 8, having gone undefeated against both teams in the regular season.
During the game against Michigan, Ohio State faced challenges on offense due to the Wolverines’ varied defensive formations. Despite this, Michigan was unable to capitalize on the other end of the floor, with the Buckeyes’ strong defense and pressure resulting in a tied score of 22-22 at halftime.
The second half saw Ohio State taking control, outscoring Michigan 27-16 in the third quarter and continuing their momentum to secure a dominant home win in front of thousands of fans at Value City Arena.
This victory has solidified Ohio State’s position as the Big Ten champions, bringing a sense of pride and accomplishment to the team and its fans.
Overall, this win marks a significant achievement for the Ohio State Buckeyes and their journey to the Big Ten Championship. With their impressive performance and determination, the Buckeyes have demonstrated their strength and skill as a team, setting the stage for further success in the upcoming Big Ten Tournament and beyond.
