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Ohio State Buckeyes Return to NCAA Tournament as No. 8 Seed

3/16/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ohio State men's basketball earned a No. 8 seed in the NCAA Tournament, returning for the first time since 2022.
The Buckeyes face No. 9 seed TCU on March 19 in Greenville, South Carolina.
Bruce Thornton, the program's all-time leading scorer, will debut in the NCAA Tournament.
Coach Jake Diebler emphasizes the Buckeyes' momentum heading into the tournament.
The winner is likely to face top-seeded Duke next.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA Tournament, established in 1939, has evolved into a premier event in college basketball, expanding from eight teams to 68 by 2011. In 2022, the Kansas Jayhawks triumphed over North Carolina 72-69, marking their fourth championship. As the Ohio State Buckeyes return in 2023 under Coach Jake Diebler, their performance could enhance recruitment and elevate the program's prestige.

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Story summary

Ohio State men's basketball earned a No. 8 seed in the NCAA Tournament, returning for the first time since 2022.
The Buckeyes face No. 9 seed TCU on March 19 in Greenville, South Carolina.
Bruce Thornton, the program's all-time leading scorer, will debut in the NCAA Tournament.
Coach Jake Diebler emphasizes the Buckeyes' momentum heading into the tournament.
The winner is likely to face top-seeded Duke next.

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