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Ohio State and DePaul are two schools Southern Illinois guard Kennard Davis Jr. is considering. Jake Diebler is trying to add one final player to his second Ohio State team this spring, but he’s found himself in a recruiting battle against several schools for the services of Southern Illinois guard Kennard Davis Jr.

College Basketball News / Land-Grant Holy Land / April 13

You’re Nuts: Who should Jake Diebler hire to replace Talor Battle?

There’s an open spot on the coaching staff, but Diebler isn’t going to rush to fill it. Welcome back to the 199th edition of You’re Nuts, where two of Land-Grant Holy Land’s college basketball writers debate a variety of hotly contested topics that (usually) fall under the subject of college hoops.

College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / April 8

Jake Diebler brings in Ohio State’s third transfer portal addition, one that fits just what the Buckeyes needed in 2025

Jake Diebler and the Ohio State Buckeyes are continuing their roster makeover and have a new addition via the transfer portal. The Buckeyes opened things up by landing G Gabe Cupps from Indiana, then was able to bring in Santa Clara C Christoph Tilly.

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The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year Award winner' quiz

The Naismith College Player of the Year is an annual basketball award given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club to the top men's and women's collegiate basketball players. It is named in honor of the inventor of basketball (in 1891), Dr. James Naismith.Can you name every men's college basketball player who has won the Naismith Award?

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College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / April 7

Ohio State Buckeyes received good news over the weekend that Jake Diebler has been waiting on

Ohio State Buckeyes missed the NCAA Tournament for a third straight season and pressure is on Jake Diebler to right the ship. Following the 17-15 season, it was known that the Buckeyes would see some turnover in the transfer portal.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Land-Grant Holy Land / April 4

The Ohio State men’s basketball team got better on Thursday

Jake Diebler added a starter via the portal and returned a starter on the same day. Things have been a little tense for Ohio State fans over the past 10 days.

College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / April 3

Jake Diebler has picked up the biggest win that the Ohio State Buckeyes can land this offseason with their roster

The Ohio State Buckeyes are undergoing a big transition with their roster this offseason. After missing the NCAA Tournament for a third straight time, the Buckeyes have to make some big changes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Land-Grant Holy Land / April 3

One Last Lap: Bruce Thornton announces return to Ohio State

The soon-to-be four time captain will finish his career having only played at Ohio State. Even in the age of name, image, and likeness, a player announcing

College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / March 28

Jake Diebler’s biggest miss so far at Ohio State opts to hit the transfer portal in a move that was easy to see coming

The Ohio State Buckeyes men’s basketball program is undergoing some big roster changes this offseason after finishing 17-15 and missing a third straight NCAA Tournament.

College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / March 28

Ohio State Buckeyes set to host crucial transfer portal target that the fan base should be excited about

The Ohio State Buckeyes are reshaping their roster a bit following a 17-15 season where they missed the NCAA Tournament for a third straight time. Jake Diebler’s first full season didn’t go as planned, now the Buckeyes have to attack the transfer portal hard to improve.

College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / March 27

Ohio State set to meet with the exact kind of transfer portal player that Buckeye Nation has been waiting to hear about

Jake Diebler and the Ohio State Buckeyes landed their first transfer portal commitment on Wednesday when G Gabe Cupps announced he would be a Buckeye. Adding Cupps gives the Buckeyes needed depth at point guard.

College Basketball News / The Spun / March 18

Ohio State Announces Final Decision On Coach Jake Diebler

There'll be plenty of Big Ten teams competing in the NCAA Tournament later this week. Ohio State won't be one of them. Ohio State finished the 2024-25 regular season with a 17-15 record.

College Basketball News / The Spun / March 17

Ohio State Basketball Turned Down Invitation To Postseason Tournament

The Ohio State men's basketball team is not participating in any postseason tournaments. The Buckeyes finished 17-15 in their first full campaign under Jake Diebler.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 16

Ohio State Buckeyes Miss NCAA Tournament for Third Consecutive Year

Selection Sunday is a day filled with excitement and promise for 68 teams and disappointment for the rest of college basketball. For the third season in a row, the Ohio State Buckeyes land in the latter category and will be watching March Madness from their couches.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 12

After Buckeyes Lose In Big Ten Tournament, Is Jake Diebler On The Hot Seat?

The Jake Diebler got off to a really nice start, but the results in his first full year at the helm haven't been quite good enough. Diebler took over the Ohio State men's basketball program in the middle of February 2024 after Chris Holtman was fired following a 4-10 start to Big Ten conference play.

College Basketball News / The Spun / March 6

Ohio State AD Announces Decision On Coach Jake Diebler

It's been a while since Ohio State was a major force on the basketball court and that trend has continued in the 1.5 years that Jake Diebler has been in charge.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 5

Jake Diebler Explains Ohio State's "Connection" After Win Over Nebraska

It wasn't easy for the Ohio State Buckeyes, but Jake Diebler's team got it done on Wednesday night against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Getting a win required a late night (the game tipped-off at 9:02 PM) and two overtimes, but ultimately, the Buckeyes came away with an important win.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 25

Which men's basketball programs nailed the 2024 coaching carousel?

Before the 2025 coaching changes begin, it's worth a look at the 2024 coaching carousel. Who made the right hire? Who has buyer's remorse? Here's a look at some of the biggest hires from the offseason.

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College Basketball News / The Spun / February 13

Jake Diebler Doesn't Hold Back On Ohio State's Game vs. Michigan

Michigan and Ohio State are set to renew their rivalry in college basketball this Sunday. While the rivalry in football between the two schools is historic, many people sleep on the rivalry in basketball.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 5

Ohio State out to keep Minnesota winless in Big Ten play

In the wake of a loss, Ohio State coach Jake Diebler gathered his players for a film session. But Diebler wanted to do more than just point out the Buckeyes' mistakes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 13

Jake Diebler Hauls in Pair of Four-Star Recruits During Early Signing Period

Jake Diebler is working wonders yet again. Just nine days into the regular season, Ohio State has won both of its games — including defeating a ranked team — jumped into the Associated Press poll for the first time in two years and has discovered one of the most dynamic freshman shooters in the game.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 4

Five predictions for this week's best men's college basketball games

Major men's college basketball begins Monday with games featuring new SEC power Texas and two teams in the top 10 of the Associated Press poll. Here are predictions for how the week's top five games will shake out.

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 2

"Living the Dream": Jake Diebler Loving Life as Ohio State's New Head Coach

It is safe to say Jake Diebler is loving life as head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes. The former Buckeyes interim helmsman was offered the full-time gig back in March, which he accepted.