October 7, 2024

Big Ten Women’s Basketball Bracketology: Ohio State sends a message vs. Caitlin Clark, Iowa

The Ohio State Buckeyes made it clear Sunday: You’re going to hear from them in March. The 18th-ranked Buckeyes took down the No. 2 Iowa Hawkeyes 100-92 in Columbus on the strength of a 42-27 edge in the fourth quarter and overtime. They withstood 45 points and seven assists from Caitlin Clark, out-executing Iowa down the stretch and showcasing a talent level that will make them a threat against any team in the country. Ohio State’s signature win was the biggest statement of the week, but it wasn’t the only one to come from the Big Ten this week. Here’s how the teams stack up for NCAA Tournament seeding at this point in the season: Iowa: 1-seed Games this upcoming week: vs. Nebraska on Sat. The Hawkeyes were outperforming the Buckeyes when they were getting contributions from players such as Molly Davis and Addison O’Grady. However, Clark was the only…

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