Ohio State to Face Cornell in NIT's Opening Round Under New Head Coach Jake Diebler

With Jake Diebler's official debut, Ohio State aims to capitalize on late-season momentum in the NIT Tournament against Cornell.

Ohio State basketball, led by new head coach Jake Diebler, will play Cornell in the first round of the NIT Tournament.
The Buckeyes ended the season with a 6-2 record, narrowly missing an NCAA Tournament bid after a loss to Illinois in the Big Ten quarterfinal.
Jake Diebler, who took over as head coach following Chris Holtmann's firing, looks to establish a strong foundation for the team's future.
Cornell enters the NIT with a high-scoring offense, posing a significant challenge for Ohio State in the opening round.
The game serves as an opportunity for Ohio State to build on late-season success and set a positive trajectory under Diebler's leadership.