Jake Diebler Adds LJ Smith to 2026 Buckeyes Class
Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler announced the signing of LJ Smith, a five‑star prospect who reclassified after a standout prep career at Oak Hill Academy.
Jun 16, 2026
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L.J. Smith Commits to Ohio State, Bolstering 2026 Roster
The high‑rated prospect announced his decision on Instagram, bringing a top‑10 recruit alongside Anthony Thompson and reshaping the team's backcourt after the departure of Bruce Thornton.
Jun 16, 2026
Ohio State Buckeyes Eye 2026‑27 Breakthrough with Freshman Anthony Thompson
Ohio State’s men’s basketball program showed a marked turnaround in the 2025‑26 season, finishing with a five‑win stretch that included upsets over No. 24 Wisconsin and No. 8 Purdue. The Buckeyes capped the year with a Big Ten Tournament victory over Iowa and a hard‑fought battle against Michigan in the NCAA Tournament, signaling that the team is moving beyond its recent struggles.
Jun 15, 2026
LJ Smith Commits to Ohio State, Bolstering 2026 Backcourt
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.
Jun 15, 2026
Five‑Star Guard LJ Smith Commits to Ohio State, Bolstering 2026‑27 Freshman Class
LJ Smith, a five‑star guard who reclassified to the 2026‑27 freshman class, pledged to Ohio State, bringing elite talent and a historic recruiting achievement to the program.
Jun 15, 2026
Former Buckeye Star Chris Jent Misses Out on Ohio State Coaching Job
Despite a strong push from alumni and NBA champion LeBron James, Chris Jent was passed over for the Ohio State men's basketball head coaching position, which was given to Jake Diebler.
Jun 15, 2026
A Buckeye’s Second Championship
From a 1994 playing title with the Rockets to an associate head‑coach role with the Knicks, Chris Jent's second championship celebrates a journey that links his Buckeye roots to future coaching possibilities.
Jun 14, 2026
Mathieu Grujicic Seeks Immediate Impact at Radford After Ohio State Transfer
After a limited role at Ohio State, Mathieu Grujicic transfers to Radford University, bringing size and ambition to the Big South.
Jun 14, 2026
Mathieu Grujicic Seeks Redemption at Radford After Ohio State Struggle
After a brief and under‑whelming stint with the Buckeyes, Mathieu Grujicic has transferred to Radford, where he will aim to rediscover his form under new leadership.
Jun 14, 2026
Ohio State Locks in Home‑and‑Home Series with Vanderbilt, Expands Nationally
Ohio State’s men’s basketball team is set to host Vanderbilt in a two‑year home‑and‑home series, while also traveling to face BYU, Kansas, Notre Dame and UConn. The slate reflects a deliberate push to test the Buckeyes against elite competition, and a familiar face — assistant coach Joel Justus — returns to the fold.
Jun 13, 2026
Ohio State Secures Home-and-Home Basketball Series with Vanderbilt
Ohio State will host Vanderbilt in Columbus on Nov. 24, 2026, before traveling to Nashville the following year, as part of a strategic slate that includes other power-conference foes.
Jun 12, 2026
Mike Wells Returns to Ohio State as Assistant Coach
After a 33‑year career spanning six NBA franchises and stints in Australia, Mike Wells rejoins the Buckeye State to help shape the Ohio State men’s basketball program.
Jun 10, 2026
Ohio State Unveils 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Roster Ahead of Summer Workouts
Ohio State’s men’s basketball team has arrived on campus and begun summer workouts, revealing a 13‑player roster that blends returning players, transfers and freshmen, with detailed height, weight and jersey number information.
Jun 8, 2026
Ohio State Football Players Light Up Memorial Tournament Clinic for Young Patients
During the Memorial Tournament, Ohio State athletes spent time with the Golden Cubs, a group of children facing serious illnesses, engaging in games and drills that highlighted the power of sport to uplift.
Jun 3, 2026
Ohio State Coach Jake Diebler Tests His Golf Skills at Jack Nicklaus’ Memorial Tournament Pro-Am
Ohio State’s men’s basketball coach Jake Diebler stepped onto the fairways of the Memorial Tournament’s Golden Bear Pro‑Am, pairing up with PGA Tour veterans Brian Harman and Lucas Glover, former Buckeye quarterback Bobby Hoying, and Ohio State deputy athletic director Dan Cloran for a nine‑hole exhibition round.
Jun 3, 2026
Dave Richardson Returns to Ohio State as Strength and Conditioning Coach
Dave Richardson’s return brings a seasoned conditioning expert back to Ohio State, where he will work alongside a reshaped staff ahead of the November 2 opener versus BYU.
Jun 2, 2026
Ohio State Prepares for a Deep 2026‑27 Season
After a first‑round NCAA Tournament exit last year, Ohio State is bolstering its lineup with transfer portal additions, a highly touted freshman class, and returning standouts, all in pursuit of a stronger Big Ten campaign.
Jun 2, 2026
Jamall Walker Elevates to Associate Head Coach at Ohio State
Ohio State’s head coach Jake Diebler has elevated assistant coach Jamall Walker to associate head coach, acknowledging his two‑decade coaching pedigree and recent national recognition.
Jun 2, 2026
Early Big Ten Basketball Rankings Preview 2026-27: Illinois Leads the Pack
The latest CBS Sports Big Ten rankings place Illinois at the summit, with Michigan and Michigan State close behind. The projections highlight returning stars, high‑profile transfers and the challenges each program faces as the 2026‑27 campaign looms.
Jun 2, 2026
Veteran Coach Dave Richardson Returns to Ohio State
Dave Richardson, a longtime strength coach with a military background, is back at Ohio State, drawn by new coach Jake Diebler, assistant Dave Dickerson, and the program’s advanced resources.
Jun 1, 2026
Former Buckeye Star William Buford Returns to Ohio State as Assistant Coach
William Buford, who once topped the Ohio State scoring charts with 1,990 points and shared the fourth‑most in program history, is set to return to the university in a different capacity. After a professional stint that concluded in 2024, including time in the NBA G League, Buford has turned his attention to coaching, bringing a wealth of experience from the court to the sidelines.
Jun 1, 2026
Jake Diebler finalizes 2026‑27 Ohio State basketball staff
Veteran NBA coach Mike Wells, longtime strength specialist Dave Richardson and program legend William Buford join head coach Jake Diebler, while Jamall Walker ascends to associate head coach.
Jun 1, 2026
Dave Richardson Returns to Ohio State as Strength and Conditioning Coach
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.
Jun 1, 2026
Ohio State Locks Down Coaching Roster for Diebler’s Third Season
The Buckeyes have finalized their coaching staff for Jake Diebler’s third year, blending championship experience with fresh talent and promoting internal leadership.
Jun 1, 2026