The Toledo Rockets (7-6) ended the non-conference slate on a high note as they pounded the Ohio Christian Midnight Blue and Gold (5-11) 98-58 on Thursday night. Steve Taylor Jr. nearly finished with a triple-double as he recorded 13 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists on the evening while Jonathan Williams led all scorers with 20 points. UT dominated on defense with 33 defensive rebounds, 16 turnovers forced, nine steals, and five blocks.
Early in the contest, Ohio Christian kept it close as it tied UT five times in the first 10 minutes and took a 23-22 lead with 10:04 left in the half.