Greg Oden is back in Columbus.(Photo: AP) Former No. 1 pick and IndyStar Mr. Basketball Greg Oden is returning to Ohio State’s basketball program. The Lawrence North product will work as a student manager for the team while he finishes his degree. Oden, who played last season in China, had his playing career derailed by injuries and is considered to be among the NBA Draft’s top busts. Oden spent one season in Columbus, leading the Buckeyes to the national title game in 2007, before leaving early for the draft. He played just 105 career NBA games, averaging 8.0 points and 6.2 rebounds a game. How do we welcome new managers??? We make them rebound for the walk on. pic.twitter.com/XKszBTfz4b — OSU BBall Managers (@OSUManagers) April 14, 2016 Last March, Oden returned to Ohio State to train with the Buckeyes as he attempted an NBA comeback. “His attitude is off the charts. He went through a lot. …
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