Ohio State Eases Past Indiana, Reaches Big Ten Tournament Quarterfinals
INDIANAPOLIS – No. 11 Ohio State secured a dominant 83-59 victory over Indiana in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday, advancing to face 19th-ranked Minnesota in the quarterfinals on Friday.
The Buckeyes (25-6) have now reached 25 wins for the fifth consecutive season. Jaloni Cambridge led the charge with 19 points, eight rebounds, and five assists, while Chance Gray added 18 points.
Buckeyes Take Control Early
Ohio State established a significant lead early in the game, fueled by a 12-0 run that included 10 combined points from Cambridge and Gray, pushing the score to 24-14. The Buckeyes maintained a comfortable margin throughout the remainder of the first half, extending their advantage to 36-24 by halftime after a late three-pointer from Gray.
The momentum continued into the third quarter, with Ohio State adding another 10-0 run to build a 17-point lead. They eventually led by as many as 30 points, 81-51, with three minutes remaining.
Key Performances
Kennedy Cambridge contributed 14 points for Ohio State, while Elsa Lemmilä added six points, five assists, three blocks, and 13 rebounds. The Buckeyes showcased their shooting prowess, making 10 three-pointers – following a game where they set a program record with 18 three-pointers against Michigan State.
For Indiana (18-14), Maya Makalusky led the scoring with 21 points and five three-pointers. Shay Ciezki added 12 points, and Nevaeh Caffey scored 10.
Looking Ahead
Ohio State will glance to even the season series against Minnesota after a 74-61 loss on February 18. Indiana finished the regular season with a 6-12 record in Big Ten play.
“Jaloni Cambridge had 19 points, eight rebounds and five assists, Chance Gray added 18 points, and No. 11 Ohio State eased past Indiana 83-59 on Thursday in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament.”
Associated Press
FAQ
- What was the final score? Ohio State 83, Indiana 59.
- Who led Ohio State in scoring? Jaloni Cambridge with 19 points.
- Who led Indiana in scoring? Maya Makalusky with 21 points.
- When will Ohio State play next? Friday against Minnesota in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals.