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LJ Smith, a 6‑4 guard from Lincolnton, North Carolina, has announced that he will reclassify from the high school class of 2027 to the 2026 cohort, clearing the path to join the Ohio State Buckeyes a year earlier than originally planned.
LJ Smith, a 6‑4 combo guard ranked No. 28 nationally, will play for Ohio State this season, adding depth to a backcourt that already features top prospects.
Ohio State’s roster blends returning veterans with high-profile newcomers, setting the stage for multiple All-Big Ten selections next season.
Ohio State’s men’s basketball program is gearing up for a potentially historic 2026‑27 season, with analysts predicting that the Buckeyes could field multiple All‑Big Ten performers.
Dave Richardson is set to resume his role as Ohio State’s men’s basketball strength and conditioning coach, a position he held from 2005 to 2017, after a distinguished stint at Arkansas.
Former Ohio State standout DeShaun Thomas jokingly announced his comeback to the program after 16 years, using the prank to spotlight the tangled NCAA eligibility landscape that continues to evolve.
Former Buckeye DeShaun Thomas sparked smiles and speculation when he jokingly said he would resume his college career, a stunt that underscores the increasingly fluid landscape of NCAA eligibility.