Tue Jan 28 03:40:00 UTC 2025: **Ohio State Buckeyes Snap Losing Streak with 82-65 Victory Over Iowa**
COLUMBUS, OH – Micah Parrish led the Ohio State Buckeyes with 18 points, powering them to an 82-65 win over the Iowa Hawkeyes on Monday night, ending a three-game home losing streak. The victory comes on the heels of a significant road win against then-No. 11 Purdue.
Parrish’s strong second-half performance, including 11 points, was crucial to Ohio State’s success. Bruce Thornton added 15 points and eight rebounds, while Devin Royal and John Mobley Jr. each contributed 12 points, with Mobley Jr. also dishing out eight assists.
Iowa’s Drew Thelwell led the Hawkeyes with 20 points, shooting 8-for-10 from the field, including three three-pointers. Owen Freeman added 14 points and eight rebounds, while Seydou Traore and Payton Sandfort each scored 13. Sandfort’s three three-pointers brought his career total to 240, tying him for third place in Iowa’s all-time list.
Despite a closely contested first half, with eight lead changes and three ties, Ohio State pulled away in the second half, fueled by an 11-3 run to start the period. A 9-0 run midway through the half further solidified their lead, ultimately securing a comfortable victory.
The Buckeyes will next face Penn State on Thursday, while Iowa will host No. 10 Purdue on February 4th.
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