Ohio State Buckeyes Clinch Big Ten Title

Evan Turner did it again last night with a double-double to give the Buckeyes a 73-57 win over Illinois and a share of the Big Ten title.

With last nights win, the Buckeyes clinched the top seed in next week’s Big Ten tournament and moved a game ahead of Michigan State and Purdue in the standings.

Turner had 16 points, 12 rebounds and five assists. Jon Diebler led the way with 21 points on seven treys, and William Buford added 17 points with seven rebounds and six assists for the Buckeyes.

Ohio State scored five quick points at the close of the first half to take a 37-33 lead at the break. The Buckeyes took control in the second half at led 65-51 with just under 8 minutes to play.

The Buckeyes will face the winner of the No. 8 seed and No. 9 seed Friday, March 12 at Noon.