Ohio State vs. Minnesota basketball preview, prediction, and odds

Ohio State is back in action on the hardwood tonight. Here’s our preview and prediction for the game against Minnesota on the road.

Key Player For Ohio State

Sun., Jan. 9, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; 55 and Ohio State Buckeyes forward Justin Ahrens (10) talk during a free throw during the first half of an NCAA Division I men’s basketball game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats at Value City Arena. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Guard, Justin Ahrens – Ohio State’s three-point sharpshooter has been a bit off lately, and his ability to knock shots down on the perimeter is key to how far this team can go. Hopefully, Ahrens can find the mark in this one and get back to form because nothing kills home-court advantage like hitting bombs as a compliment to doubling defenses on a player like Liddell.

Key Player to Know for Penn State

Guard, Payton Willis – The Minnesota guard doesn’t lead the team in scoring (he’s second at 16.5 ppg), but it all starts with him. He leads the team in assists and has the ability to break down defenders off the dribble, get his own shot, or find others. He also leads the team in 3-point field goal percentage, so he has to be accounted for.

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