If you’ve been watching the Ohio State basketball team as of late, we’re all in the same boat that seems to be rowing to the shores of despair and gloom. We’ve seen a team that was right in the mix for a Big Ten title go through injuries, look fatigued, lack effort at times, and be extremely careless with the ball.
So, now that OSU is in the NCAA Tournament and looking to match up with Loyola-Chicago and Sister Jean, there aren’t too many folks — fans included — giving Ohio State much of a chance at dancing beyond the first few notes.
But runs through all the March Madness can be hard to figure out. Despite what we’ve seen from this team lately, there are a few reasons to be somewhat bullish on what the Buckeyes can do once the ball is tipped in the air on Friday and we’re here to give you at least a little optimism.
Here are five reasons to be optimistic about Ohio State basketball’s chances in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.