Aaron Craft would be proud of these Ohio State Buckeyes. Ohio State has played two games this season, and it is 2-0.
While the Buckeyes seem to be figuring it out on the offensive end and clearly scored enough to come out on top, it has been their defense has spearheaded these victories.
They are the top Power Four program in opponent’s effective field goal percentage. Their foes are shooting an effective 34.6% from the field. That’s what has propelled these victories.
The biggest performance Ohio State has had was its opening-season 80-72 neutral-court victory over the Texas Longhorns, who were ranked No. 19 at the time of the match. Texas shot just 36.8% from the field and were 7-of-28 from deep.
Of note, it allowed just six assists to Youngstown State in its second game of the season as well. The Buckeyes have stuffed opponents, and they’ve had a few big-time showings from key players as well.
Ohio State received a surprise performances from freshman John Mobley Jr. against Texas. He has been a star on both sides of the court and dropped 14 on Texas.
John Mobley Jr. is a player to keep an eye on. The freshman guard is off to a hot start this season and should continue to be a major factor on Jake Diebler’s team. @jmobleyjr is going to be a fun player to watch throughout his Ohio State career.pic.twitter.com/vCL2ggHoe6
— Zach “🅂🄲🄷🅄🅉” Schumaker (@_SchuZ_) November 12, 2024
This Buckeyes team is doing it all, and with the No. 23 Texas A&M Aggies on the horizon Friday, let’s hope they continue this stifling defense and see more impressive players from freshman Mobley Jr.
