June 27, 2026

First Half Notebook: No. 15 Ohio State vs. Purdue


Current Score: Ohio State 37, Purdue 31 Only Iowa has a longer win streak in the league than OSU and Purdue entering tonight. The Buckeyes and Boilermakers have done it in different ways, but they’re both playing well coming into a big conference matchup. I like the way the Buckeyes came out offensively. They’re sharing the ball well and connecting on the early looks they’re getting from the outside. Justice Sueing (2) and Duane Washington (1) each have early 3-pointers. If they continue to shoot well, that might help open things up closer to the basket. It’s a dangerous way for the Buckeyes to live though, as they’ve been extremely streaky from beyond the arc this year. That said, Purdue likes to pack it in down in the paint. They’ve got the size and toughness to do that at a high level. If the Buckeyes can keep shooting well from…

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