November 16, 2024

Scuffling Ohio State looks to snap 4-game skid at Nebraska

Ohio State is looking for answers, and a victory, when the struggling Buckeyes play Nebraska on Wednesday in Lincoln, Neb. A ranked team in December, the Buckeyes (10-7, 2-4 Big Ten) have lost four straight since beating Northwestern on Jan. 1. “Like anything, it tests the character of your group and the resilience of your group,” Ohio State coach Chris Holtmann said. “We’ll see how we respond. Obviously, it’s a significant remainder of the Big Ten season to go, there’s a lot in front of us. I think your leadership, your resilience, the tough-mindedness of your group gets tested.” Nebraska (9-9, 2-5) has lost two straight but coach Fred Hoiberg is hoping a somewhat healthier lineup can halt the losing streak. His second- and fourth-leading scorers — Sam Griesel (hip) and Juwan Gary (shoulder) — did not play in the 73-55 loss at No. 3 Purdue on Friday. “Sam went…

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