David Lighty played more games than anyone else in an Ohio State basketball uniform. He played with a National Player of the Year, was on two teams that went into the NCAA tournament as the number one overall seed, and played in a National Championship. But is Lighty ready for the NBA? … [Read more...] about Where Does the Ohio State Buckeyes’ David Lighty fit in the NBA Draft?
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Cleveland Cavaliers Drafting Hometown Kid David Lighty from OSU?
Former Ohio State Buckeyes wing David Lighty, the last member of the "Thad Five" to enter the NBA, grew up a huge Cleveland Cavaliers fan. Lighty talked at the NBA Draft combine about the prospect of playing for his hometown team. "I'm pretty sure I will work out with the cleveland cavaliers, but I'm not sure when. It's getting set up as we speak," Lighty said. "It … [Read more...] about Cleveland Cavaliers Drafting Hometown Kid David Lighty from OSU?
Could Ohio State Be Even Better Next Season?
Ohio State was knocked out of the Sweet 16 for the second straight year, but received consolation just hours after its loss to Kentucky when Jared Sullinger announced his return to Columbus for his sophomore season. By: Justin Mertes-Mistretta … [Read more...] about Could Ohio State Be Even Better Next Season?
Ohio State Upset in Sweet 16 for Second Straight Year
For the second straight year, the Buckeyes advanced to the Sweet 16, only to be upset by an SEC team. Last year it was Tennessee who knocked them out, this year it was Kentucky, beating the Buckeyes 62-60. By: Justin Mertes-Mistretta … [Read more...] about Ohio State Upset in Sweet 16 for Second Straight Year
Ohio State Pounds George Mason 98-66: NCAA 3rd Round Rapid Reaction
Not even a slow start could stop the #1 Ohio State Buckeyes from blowing out #8 George Mason 98-66 in front of essentially a home-crowd in the 3rd Round of the NCAA Tournament. As Gus Johnson so eloquently exclaimed "Home Cookin," because Cleveland native David Lighty was brilliant with a game-high 25 points on a perfect 7-of-7 shooting from behind the arc. Lighty wasn't … [Read more...] about Ohio State Pounds George Mason 98-66: NCAA 3rd Round Rapid Reaction
2011 NCAA Tournament: East Regional Bracket Breakdown
Warning: I will not be responsible if you copy these brackets and are out of your NCAA Tournament pool by by Sunday. However, if you do listen to my college basketball wisdom and win some money, I want 20% of the pot or at least a thank you note or shout-out on your twitter or facebook page. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament: East Regional Bracket Breakdown
#1 Ohio State Gets Last Laugh on #10 Wisconsin
After the alleged "spitting incident" in Madison less than a month ago, Wisconsin coach Bo Ryan said, "All I know is we won the game, deal with it." By dealing with it, did he mean for the Buckeyes to embarrass the Badgers for 40 minutes the next time the two teams played? If so, Ohio State sure "dealt with it" on Sunday, winning 93-65. By: Justin Mertes-Mistretta … [Read more...] about #1 Ohio State Gets Last Laugh on #10 Wisconsin
Is Jon Diebler the Nation’s Best 3-Point Shooter?
There's been some dominant shooting performances in college basketball this year. Less than a month ago, we saw Jordan Taylor light up #1 Ohio State in the second half en route to a comeback upset and just recently seniors Ben Hansbrough and Tim Abromaitis put on a shooting clinic on senior night against Villanova. However, Jon Diebler's outing Tuesday night may be the best … [Read more...] about Is Jon Diebler the Nation’s Best 3-Point Shooter?