Ohio State opened its two‑game exhibition tour in Puerto Rico with a commanding 117‑75 victory over Los Boris 1, a performance that set the tone for the upcoming season.
A Night of Efficiency
The Buckeyes shot 55 percent from the field and 49 percent from three‑point range, building a 46‑30 rebounding edge while dishing out 33 assists on 41 made baskets.
Standout Contributions
Jimmie Williams paced the scoring with 20 points, hitting 6 of 7 from beyond the arc, while adding four rebounds and two assists. Anthony Thompson made a strong debut, contributing 14 points, seven rebounds and two steals.
Veteran forward John Mobley Jr. chipped in 13 points and three assists, shooting 5 of 7 from the floor, and the bench saw limited minutes for Josh Ojianwuna, who was restricted to under six minutes as he works his way back from a knee injury.
Coaching Strategy
Coach Jake Diebler experimented with four different lineups in each half, using the game to evaluate depth and maintain chemistry ahead of the next matchup.
The win also highlighted the team's chemistry, as the Buckeyes recorded 33 assists on 41 made baskets, underscoring a balanced offensive attack.