Eleven Warriors · Feb 18, 2024
shocks No. 2 Purdue in Value City Arena, 73-69
Roddy Gayle Jr.Waves of catharsis flooded Ohio State's players as waves of fans stormed the court at Value City Arena.
The Buckeyes (15-11, 5-10 Big Ten) pulled off a stunning upset of No. 2 Purdue (23-3, 12-3) in 73-69 fashion on Sunday. It was OSU's first game under interim head coach Jake Diebler after former head coach Chris Holtmann was fired on Wednesday.
TEAM 1 2 FINAL #2 PURDUE 30 39 69 OHIO STATE 35 38 73 Ohio State's challenge seemed insurmountable entering Sunday. Having just sacked their head coach, they had to welcome the Boilermakers into the Schott, featuring reigning National Player of the Year Zach Edey.
