
Ohio State Projects 2026‑27 Basketball Starting Five
A look at the Buckeyes’ anticipated lineup, key newcomers and the roles they are expected to play in the upcoming season.
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A look at the Buckeyes’ anticipated lineup, key newcomers and the roles they are expected to play in the upcoming season.

With the Nike EYBL heading to Kansas City and the USA Basketball 18U camp in Colorado Springs, top recruits like Anthony Thompson and LJ Smith are jockeying for spots that could shape Ohio State’s next class.

Kansas prepares for a demanding non‑conference slate, blending a full roster with marquee matchups against Kentucky, Villanova, UConn and more

The Ohio State Buckeyes are making waves on both the gridiron and the hardwood, with high‑profile commitments and recruiting battles shaping the program's future.

John Mobley Jr. will return for his junior year, bringing back a key offensive weapon while the team adds several high‑profile transfers.

The final Recruiting Services Consensus Index has been released, revealing where Indiana’s newest signees land and how the national rankings are built.

At 38, former Ohio State star Mike Conley is weighing his next move, balancing a desire for a title with the possibility of staying with the Timberwolves.

The final 2026 basketball recruiting rankings were released on Thursday, spotlighting a freshman‑heavy class and identifying Anthony Thompson as a player poised for immediate impact.

The latest rankings spotlight a blend of emerging stars, unprecedented monetary deals, and a narrowing gap between elite and lower‑tier prospects, setting the stage for a competitive season and a shifting NBA draft outlook.

The 2026‑27 season will see Purdue facing top conference rivals on the road, while key players from Iowa, Nebraska, Ohio State and others return to test the Boilermakers' championship hopes.
The Big Ten has released its 2026‑27 men’s basketball slate, and Purdue’s schedule promises a tougher road ahead compared with the previous year, featuring challenging home and away matchups.
Anthony Thompson, a highly rated recruit from Lebanon, Ohio, is set to attend the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team training camp, a stepping stone toward his Ohio State commitment and a future appearance at the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Mexico.