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What we learned after Ohio State’s Emerald Coast Classic championship win over Santa Clara

The Buckeye basketball team had a very impressive two night stretch

Not many expected the Ohio State men’s basketball team to advance to the Emerald Coast Classic championship game, but since they were there, they might as well win it.

The Buckeyes defeated Santa Clara 86-56 to cap a two-day run where the team played some of its best basketball of the young season. The win improves Ohio State’s record to 5-1 on the year, and the Buckeyes could very well see themselves ranked after this weekend’s action. They have earned it.

We learned plenty about the Buckeyes after this weekend and here are my biggest takeaways after two great nights of Ohio State basketball.

Ohio State basketball: Previewing the 2023-24 season

The Buckeyes tip off tonight, find out more about this years team here! #GoBucks

The [autotag]Ohio State men’s basketball[/autotag] season gets started tonight, as the Buckeyes host Oakland at 6:00 p.m. ET.

As is every year with collegiate sports, especially basketball, there is a lot of turnover. That is no different for head coach [autotag]Chris Holtmann[/autotag], and there were additions and subtractions from last years team that went 16-19, and missed the NCAA Tournament.

The team isn’t nearly as young as it was last season, with multiple veterans returning with a good amount of experience. Let’s start out by introducing the freshman class, and who should be contributors right away, followed by who will break out and the starting lineup, and my guess as to how this season plays out.

(Note: All rankings are according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings.)

Ohio State basketball’s freshman and transfers get their new numbers

Might have to get a Devin Royal jersey soon #GoBucks

It’s that time of year again where [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] men’s basketball’s newest players are given their number assignments for this coming season.

In this day and age of most collegiate sports, there is plenty of turnover from year to year. That is no different for the Buckeye hoops team as they welcomed in four new freshman along with three transfers during the 2023 offseason.

The seven new players represent over half the active roster, so this coming seasons team will look much different than last year’s disappointing squad. Find out below what number each new member of the Ohio State men’s basketball team will be wearing when the season tip’s off.

Ohio State basketball offers 2024 Texas 7-footer

The Buckeyes offered the big man who is getting a lot of Big Ten interest #GoBucks

If this past [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] basketball season taught us anything, it was that the current and potentially future rosters needed more size.

Head coach [autotag]Chris Holtmann[/autotag] addressed that a little bit in the offseason but the biggest change will happen in the 2024 cycle. With just one current commit, point guard Juni Mobley, there is room to add a few more prospects.

Texas big man [autotag]Trent Burns[/autotag] could be one those as he was offered a scholarship on Monday. The 7-foot, 3-inch and 220 pound center is ranked as the 19th best at his position and 115th overall player in his class according to the 247Sports composite rankings.

Burns is just coming off an official visit to Purdue, and we know about how successful they have been with finding big men. With the Buckeyes now in the mix, hopefully there is another Midwest visit on the horizon.

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Former Ohio State forward Justice Sueing signed to NBA Summer League roster

Sueing will try to make an NBA roster this summer #GoBucks

After a so-so final season at [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag], many thought that forward [autotag]Justice Sueing[/autotag] would have to pursue a career overseas to continue his basketball career.

That won’t happen just yet, as Sueing was signed to the Oklahoma City Thunder Summer League roster and will get a shot at staying Stateside to play professionally.

The 6-foot, 6-inch Hawaii native didn’t have the season most expected with career lows in shooting percentage from the field and beyond the arc. Sueing did score fairly well, averaging 12.3 points per game and showed flashes of being a very good player. His issue was consistency but he certainly is a talented player.

We are interested to see how Sueing fairs in the Summer League and where his career takes him. Best of luck to Justice as he tries to make an NBA roster.

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Former Ohio State guard Brice Sensabaugh selected in NBA draft first round

The one-and-done Ohio State freshman sensation was selected in the first round #GoBucks

It was no surprise when [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] guard [autotag]Brice Sensabaugh[/autotag] declared for the NBA draft and tonight the decision paid off.

The 6-foot, 6-inch and 235 pound Florida native was selected with the 28th pick in the first round by Utah Jazz. He makes it two drafts in a row where an Ohio State player was selected in the first round following Malaki Branham last season.

Sensabaugh was fantastic in his lone season wearing the Scarlet and Gray, averaging 16.3 points and 5.4 rebounds (team leader in both) while shooting 48.2% from the field and 40.5% from three. He was named as a 3rd team All-Big Ten performer and made the All-Freshman 1st team.

Congratulations to Brice and best of luck as he begins his career with the Jazz.

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Ohio State’s Brice Sensabaugh makes up his mind about NBA draft

The Buckeye has made up his mind

There were many people, including [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] head coach [autotag]Chris Holtmann[/autotag], that was hoping freshman guard [autotag]Brice Sensabaugh[/autotag] would return for a second season in Columbus.

Unfortunately that won’t be the case, as today Sensabaugh has announced  that he will remain in the NBA draft. It was first reported by The Columbus Dispatch’s Adam Jardy.

The Floridian hasn’t been able to participate in many of the pre-draft workouts due to the knee injury he suffered during the Big Ten Tournament. Sensabaugh led the team in scoring (16.3 points per game) and rebounding (5.4) and is viewed as a first round selection by most outlets.

If Sensabaugh can show teams that his knee injury is a thing of the past, he could shoot up draft boards. Either way, we wish Brice good luck at the next level!

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Eugene Brown III has made decision about his future at Ohio State

Best of luck EB3

This decision should not come as a surprise — Ohio State forward [autotag]Eugene Brown III[/autotag] has decided to enter the transfer portal.

The third-year player started 10 games this past year for the Buckeyes, averaging 3.5 points per game, along with 2.4 rebounds, while shooting 44.2% from the field.

Brown III had his moments, but it was pretty easy to see the writing on the wall after head coach [autotag]Chris Holtmann[/autotag] went with a much younger lineup towards the end of the season even though his minutes increased.

At this point in his career, Brown III is most likely looking for consistent playing time in a system that caters a bit more to his playing style. Holtmann played him as an undersized big man which didn’t suit his strengths.

Brown III will leave Columbus with a degree, and experience in a high-major program and should garner plenty of interest in the portal. Thank you Eugene for your contributions over the past three seasons.

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Ohio State basketball signee, Devin Royal, named Mr. Basketball in Ohio

Congrats Devin! Looking forward to you making your mark in Columbus. How excited are you to see one of central Ohio’s own play in the Schott? #GoBucks

When [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] basketball signed their 2023 recruiting class, they were viewed as one of the best classes in the country. It’s an impressive group that will arrive in Columbus shortly.

The Buckeyes have a long list of signees that have won Mr. Basketball in Ohio and today another name was added to that list, Pickerington Central’s [autotag]Devin Royal[/autotag]. The small forward was given the designation of the best basketball player in the state.

Royal joins former Ohio State stars like [autotag]Malaki Branham[/autotag], [autotag]Kaleb Wesson[/autotag], [autotag]Jared Sullinger[/autotag], and others as Buckeyes who have won the award. After winning the state title last year, Pickerington Central will try and repeat this weekend as they face off against Centerville for all the marbles.

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Just think; next season Royal will be doing his thing in a scarlet and gray uniform. We can’t wait to follow his journey.

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Thoughts about Ohio State basketball’s future as it enters the offseason

Some things to ponder as Ohio State basketball turns the page to next year. #GoBucks

It is official. [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] basketball will not play in a postseason tournament. Head coach [autotag]Chris Holtmann[/autotag] hinted even before the brackets were revealed that the Buckeyes might skip whatever tournament wanted them due to injury concerns.

That is exactly what happened. The Buckeyes have entered their offseason after what many have viewed as a disappointing 16-19 campaign.

That might not be correct. I look at what next year could look like, areas the returning players need to improve on, and a move that could make this team a big-time contender next year. Find out below my thoughts on this very important offseason for the Ohio State basketball program.

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