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Ohio State up on Penn State at half but with the Nittany Lions surging

Ohio State basketball started out on fire against Penn State, but the Nittany Lions made a run to make it trim the lead down at halftime.

We’ve got an unexpected Ohio State basketball contest during the week because of a rescheduled contest against Penn State. So far, it’s living up to the billing of being a hotly contested league game with OSU leading at the break 43-39.

The Buckeyes came out on fire, scoring from multiple spots on the floor and playing solid defense on the other end. Justin Ahrens and Zed Key led the OSU in the first half with nine points apiece. E.J. Liddell has eight and a total of eight OSU players put the ball through the hoop. Ohio State led by as many as eleven points in the first twenty minutes.

It wasn’t all good news though. It rarely is during a Big Ten donnybrook. Penn State seemed to turn up the on-ball pressure towards the tail-end of the first half and it resulted in some costly turnovers that have allowed the Nittany Lions back in the game.

The Buckeyes also had no answer for forward Seth Lundy. He nailed 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. He also got to the rim on several occasions, drawing some fouls that got him to the free-throw line where he went 4-of-5 for a total of 17 points to lead all scorers.

OSU turned the ball over an uncharacteristic nine times as well heading into the locker room, and that has evened out the hot shooting for the Buckeyes.

You can bet that Penn State will continue to dial up the pressure in the second half, and it’ll take a much stronger, aggressive, and confident performance in the face of the adversity for Ohio State to pull this one out.

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WATCH: Kyle Young flies out of nowhere for the put back bucket and foul vs. Penn State

Ohio State forward Kyle Young had the highlight of the night early in the game against Penn State with a flying put-back three-point play.

Ohio State is in action against Penn State on the hardwood tonight in a makeup affair from a game that got postponed from January 6. The Buckeyes are off to a good start, and it didn’t take long to get what will probably be the best highlight of the night on film.

You know forward Kyle Young from his tough nose defense, opportunistic play in the post, and all-around floor game. What we don’t often see from him is plays like the one we witnessed early on in this one.

With OSU already up 5-0, guard Duane Washington fired up a contested three that missed the mark. The ball caromed off the rim and we saw Young fly from seemingly off the screen to the rim where he got both hands on the ball, put it back, all while absorbing contact from the Penn State defender for an old-fashioned three-point play.

In case you missed it, here is the spectacular highlight in all of its glory.

Well done. I always worry about a guy landing like this, especially Young who has had to battle through some lower-body injuries already in his career. Pretty remarkable though and Young seemed to be just fine afterward.

 

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Ohio State basketball solid favorite over Penn State according to BetMGM

The Ohio State basketball team is set to host Penn State in a key Big Ten affair. According to BetMGM, the Buckeyes are a solid favorite.

Ohio State resumes its Big Ten basketball journey tonight in a rescheduled affair with the Penn State Nittany Lions. The game was originally scheduled for January 6 but had to be postponed because of COVID-19 protocols within the Penn State program.

The Buckeyes look to be an improving squad that has their eyes set on postseason play, but Penn State is also coming off two back-to-back wins and also looking like a bunch on the upswing that could give Ohio State some fits. It’s a Big Ten game, so nothing is a given, and you’d be wise to expect the unexpected.

Still, the body of work says OSU should win this thing and BetMGM Sportsbook agrees. It has Ohio State as an 8.5 point favorite just a few hours from tip-off if you are into that sort of thing.

Odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook.

We took time to preview the game and provide a prediction earlier, and we also let you know exactly how to find the game if you want your evening plans to consist of a little scarlet and gray basketball flair.

We agree with BetMGM that the Buckeyes should notch another victory, but it won’t be easy.

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Ohio State basketball vs. Penn State preview, prediction, odds

Ohio State is set to host Penn State in a rescheduled game from earlier in January Wednesday night. We’ve got your preview and prediction.

Records

Ohio State 12-4 (6-4), Penn State 5-6 (2-5)

Broadcast, TV, Game Time

Date: Wednesday, January 27
Game Time: 7:00 p.m. EST
Venue: Value City Arena, Columbus, OH
Network: Big Ten Network

It’s off to another challenge as we traverse this tough Big Ten basketball schedule for Ohio State. There’s no denying this Buckeye squad is getting better as the season progresses, but this league has a way of humbling you just when you think things are turning in the right direction.

Enter the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Don’t let the record fool you. This team is starting to play much better after a rough start to the season and have won back-to-back Big Ten games (a feat in itself) against Rutgers and Northwestern, both in Happy Valley.

Now it’s time to see if Penn State can continue its forward momentum, hitting the road against an OSU team that presents a lot of challenges on the offensive end. Or, will Ohio State continue its improved run towards the postseason.

It’s the Big Ten, so expect the unexpected.

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Ohio State basketball vs. Penn State: How and where to watch and listen to the game Wednesday

All the information you need to see Ohio State battle Penn State on the hardwood whether you want to watch, stream, or listen.

In the current reality in which we live, things can change at any moment. Michigan was supposed to take on Penn State tonight, but the Wolverines have put a two-week pause on all athletic activities due to COVID-19 concerns.

The Big Ten decided to act quickly and reschedule a game between Ohio State and Penn State that was postponed earlier in the season due to PSU’s own COVID issues.

Now, after coming off a nice road win in Madison over Wisconsin, the Buckeyes will host the Nittany Lions at Value City Arena tonight for a 7 p.m. tip. And while it may not be all that important, OSU will be wearing the throwback “Script Buckeyes” uniforms for the contest which you the fans voted for on Twitter.

This is an important game for the Buckeyes who are currently tied for fifth place in the Big Ten standings at 6-4 in conference play. While the Nittany Lions are sitting toward the bottom of the standings, they have won back-to-back games and are capable of pulling off an upset.

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LOOK. Ohio State basketball wants you to pick what uniform it’ll wear Wednesday

Ohio State is taking on Penn State in a rescheduled Big Ten basketball game Wednesday. Vote on what jersey the Buckeyes will wear.

The Ohio State basketball team was supposed to be off all this week. However, with Michigan pausing all athletic activities because of a COVID-19 variant outbreak, suddenly there’s a team available to play a game that needs made up.

That game comes in the form of a home contest against Penn State that was originally scheduled for January 6, but postponed because of COVID-19 measures within the Nittany Lion program. PSU was supposed to play the Wolverines this week, but now will head to Columbus to take on a surging Buckeye squad.

We saw OSU break out some pretty smokin’ uniforms against Wisconsin, and now the team would like your assistance in determining what threads it’ll wear against Penn State. All you have to do is vote in the poll the Ohio State Hoops Twitter account shared on Monday.

Click below and make your voice heard, then watch OSU turn those Happy Valley smiles into frowns.

Ohio State and Penn State will do battle Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. EST at Value City Arena.

Ohio State basketball updated game-by-game ESPN BPI predictions for remainder of season

Ohio State basketball game against Penn State rescheduled for Wednesday

The Ohio State basketball game vs. Penn State that was canceled on Jan. 6 has been rescheduled for this Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Schott.

The Ohio State basketball team was facing the prospects of having a full week off after a big win over Wisconsin on the road, but no longer. According to a release from the university, the Buckeyes will host Penn State on Wednesday in a game that was rescheduled from January 6 because of COVID-19 protocols within the Penn State program.

As a result, instead of having eight days in-between the game against Wisconsin and a game with Michigan State on the 31st, OSU will have a home game starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday vs. the Nittany Lions.

Penn State currently has an overall record of 5-6, and sit at 2-5 in the conference, winning its last two games against Rutgers and Northwestern at home.

Ohio State basketball updated game-by-game ESPN BPI predictions for remainder of season

 

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Ohio State basketball game against Penn State postponed

The basketball game between Penn State and Ohio State Wednesday has been postponed due to COVID-19 issues within the Nittany Lion program.

Though the Ohio State basketball team would most likely desire to play another game to put the ugly loss against Minnesota in the rearview mirror, it’ll have to wait. That’s because the game against Penn State scheduled for Wednesday is being postponed due to COVID-19 reasons within the Nittany Lions’ program, the team announced Tuesday.

“The health and safety of our student-athletes, coaches, staff and the broader community are of the utmost importance,” Ohio State said in a statement. “Therefore, as part of the protocols established by the Big Ten Conference and Penn State Athletics medical staff, and in consultation with University, local and national officials and guidelines, individuals with a positive test have been put into isolation. In addition to isolation, contact tracing procedures have been implemented, which includes quarantine and testing for those individuals who might have been exposed, even if asymptomatic.”

Penn State has already dealt with a postponement because of COVID-19, having to make the same move for its game Sunday against Wisconsin. There has been no announced makeup date so far.

Ohio State sits at 8-3 overall, and 2-3 in the Big Ten. The team will now prepare for its next scheduled game set for Saturday at Rutgers.

BTN’s Rivalry Week to air classic Ohio State – Penn State games Monday

BTN is kicking off a Rivalry Week Monday, and it all starts with classic football and basketball games between Penn State and Ohio State.

Live sports isn’t happening right now unless you got in on the Pay Per View nonsense the WWE attempted this past Saturday. Aside from that, all we’ve had to choose from are classic games from across the spectrum of professional and amateur sports.

BTN has gotten into the act, but they’re taking it a step further with the kickoff of Rivalry Week beginning on Monday. And guess what school is first on tap? That’s right YOUR Ohio State Buckeyes. However, it’s not games against Michigan, but games against Penn State.

We’re assuming games against the Buckeyes and Wolverines will be shown later in the week, but I guess since Penn State considers Ohio State its chief rival, its in play for BTN.

Here’s a look at what the schedule looks like from BTN on Monday between these two Big Ten heavyweights. It all begins at 6 AM Monday morning and goes through the wee hours of Tuesday.

  • 6:00 AM – Ohio State Football Classic: Penn State at Ohio State from 10/28/17 (OSU win 39-38)
  • 7:30 AM – BTN Football in 60: Penn State at Ohio State from 10/17/15 (OSU win 38-10)
  • 9:30 AM – Penn State Football Classic: Penn State at Ohio State 10/25/08 (PSU win 13-6)
  • 10:30 AM – BTN Basketball in 60: Penn State at Ohio State from 01/25/18 (PSU win 82-79)
  • 11:30 AM – Ohio State Football Classic: Ohio State at Penn State from 10/26/14 (OSU win 31-24)
  • 2:00 PM – Penn State Football Classic: Ohio State at Penn State from 10/22/16 (PSU win 24-21)
  • 4:30 PM – Penn State Football Classic: Penn State at Ohio State from 10/25/08 (PSU win 13-6)
  • 5:30 PM – Ohio State Football Classic: Ohio State at Penn State from 9/29/18 (OSU win 27-26)
  • 7:00 PM – Penn State Football Classic: Ohio State at Penn State from 10/22/16 (PSU win 24-21)
  • 9:00 PM – Ohio State Football Classic: Penn State at Ohio State from 11/23/19 (OSU win 28-17)
  • 11:30 PM – Penn State Football Classic: Penn State at Ohio State from 10/25/08 (PSU win 13-6)
  • 12:30 AM – BTN Football in 60: Ohio State at Penn State (unclear which game)
  • 1:30 AM – BTN Basketball in 60: Ohio State at Penn State from 2/15/18 (PSU win 79-56)
  • 2:30 AM – BTN Basketball in 60: Penn State at Ohio State from 01/25/18 (PSU win 82-79)
  • 4:00 AM – Ohio State Football Classic: Ohio State at Penn State from 10/26/14 (OSU win 31-24)
  • 5:00 AM – Penn State Football Classic: Ohio State at Penn State from 10/22/16 (PSU win 24-21)

There are a few other Big Ten Elite and BTN Journey programs in the middle of the classic games if you want to check-in as well, but that’s the complete list of all the classics that are condensed down to an hour.

As Ohio State is a part of any other programming throughout the Rivalry Week, we’ll let you know.

2020 NCAA Tournament Sim: West Region, Round 2

2020 NCAA Tournament Sim: West Region, Round 2 Who from the West Coast will go to the next round. Contact/Follow @JeremyMauss & @MWCwire Another double-digit Sweet 16 team moves on. Our NCAA Tournament simulation continues with the West Region and …

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2020 NCAA Tournament Sim: West Region, Round 2

Who from the West Coast will go to the next round.

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Another double-digit Sweet 16 team moves on.

Our NCAA Tournament simulation continues with the West Region and there will be another double-digit team that makes the Sweet 16 in either No. 10 Texas Tech who takes on No. 15 Eastern Washington. The rest of the region had higher seeds advance.

Also, as a reminder, these games are simulated just one time over at What If Sports to determine the winner.

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West

Final score: 87 No. 8 LSU, No. 1 Gonzaga 72

The first top seed goes down as LSU came from behind to easily defeat Gonzaga by 15 points. The Bulldogs had a first half lead but the scoring just was not there in the second half as they were outscored by 22. The Tigers had six players in double figures to make it to the Sweet 16.

 

Final score: No. 4 Oregon 83, No. 5 Butler 55

The Pac-12 continues to do well in this tournament as the Oregon Ducks routed Butler by 28 points. The Bulldogs had just one player in double figures with Kamar Baldwin who put up 17 points, and as a team, Butler shot just 39 percent from the field. The Ducks had an all-out offensive blitz, particularly in the second half, and they made 50 percent from beyond the arc. Payton Pritchard led the way with 5 of 8 from three-point range and 23 points in the win.

 

Final score: No. 3 Seton Hall 93, No. 6 Penn State 81

The offense was on in this game and the Pirates got the victory by converting from beyond the arc by making 12 of 21 and it also helped that they had the scoring spread apart with four in double figures. Penn State did all it could to keep up but their own outside shooting was not helpful.

Final score: No. 10 Texas Tech 87, No. 15 Eastern Washington 76

Eastern Washington is not following what Florida Gulf Coast did a few years ago by being a 15 seed and making the Sweet 16. Texas Tech got the win in a hard fought game. The first half had this a one point game in favor of the Eagles, but the difference began when the Red Raiders went on a 9-2 run to pull away just enough to get the win and advance to the Sweet 16.

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