Ohio State Triumphs Over Wisconsin
In an impressive display of talent, Ohio State claimed an 86-69 victory over No. 24 Wisconsin on Tuesday night, marking the Buckeyes’ first win against a ranked opponent this season after six unsuccessful attempts. This victory elevates Ohio State’s record to 17-9 overall and 9-6 in the Big Ten conference.
Key Performers
Bruce Thornton delivered a standout performance, scoring 27 points, while Devin Royal contributed 25 points of his own. The duo played a crucial role in securing the win against a Wisconsin team that had shown formidable form, having recently triumphed over both Illinois and Michigan State in the previous week.
Game Highlights
Wisconsin, now with a record of 18-8 and 10-5 in conference play, struggled in the first half, shooting only 40% from the field. In contrast, Ohio State found their rhythm early, finishing the first half with a shooting accuracy of 51.7%, which included making 6 of 13 attempts from beyond the arc, leading 38-26 at halftime. For the game, the Buckeyes excelled from three-point range, going 11 for 21.
As the second half progressed, Ohio State extended their lead to as much as 18 points with 12:41 remaining. Wisconsin attempted to rally but could not close the gap to fewer than 12 points during the remainder of the match. Despite improved performance in the second half, where they shot 57.1% from the floor, the Badgers were unable to mount a successful comeback. Braeden Carrington managed to hit five three-pointers and led Wisconsin’s scoring with 20 points, supported by Nick Boyd and John Blackwell, who each added 14 points.
Historic Achievement
In addition to the victory, Thornton also etched his name in Ohio State history by surpassing 2,000 career points with a layup in the closing moments of the game, placing him third on the program’s all-time scoring list, just behind Herb Williams and Dennis Hopson.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Wisconsin will host Iowa on Sunday, while Ohio State prepares for a matchup against Michigan State the same day.
