Texas A&M (3-1) has not played up to its potential against ranked competition during nonconference play under head coach Buzz Williams, but with what looks the best team he’s had during his sixth season with the program, Friday’s 78-64 win over No. 21 Ohio State sent clear message to the rest of the SEC.
Coming into the game, Ohio State’s 3-point shooting success took a step back after facing Texas A&M’s elite peremeter defense, holding the Buckeyes to 26% from byond the arc. However, A&M’s shooting wasn’t much better, but credit to the guard trio of Wade Taylor (15 points), Zhuric Phelps (14 points) and Manny Obaseki (15) for driving the paint and sutaining fouls.
Getting to the line on what felt like every possession, the Aggies shot 80% from the stripe, make 32 of 40 attempts which kept the double digit intanct throughout the second half.
After the game, head coach Buzz Williams noted that he offense is still finding its identity, which is a good sign with games against Oregon, Creighton, and Purdue upcoming.
Here are the best photos from No. 23 Texas A&M’s 78-64 win over No. 21 Ohio State.