Introduction
Ohio State beat Youngstown State 89-65 on Friday, November 6, 2026. The game was played at Schottenstein Center in Columbus, Ohio. Many people searched for this game online on Friday night. They wanted to see how Ohio State would play at home.
What Happened
Ohio State led 38-33 at halftime. Youngstown State scored 33 points in the first half. Ohio State scored 38 points in the first half. The game was close at the break.
Ohio State played much better in the second half. Ohio State scored 51 points after halftime. Youngstown State scored 32 points in the second half. That strong second half gave Ohio State a big win.
John Mobley Jr. scored 25 points for Ohio State. He made 7 of 9 shots from the field. He also made all 9 of his free throws. Andrija Jelavic scored 21 points and had nine rebounds for Ohio State. Amare Bynum scored 15 points and had eight rebounds. Justin Pippen added 10 points for Ohio State.
Japhet Moupadele scored 16 points for Youngstown State. Linus Holmstrom added 13 points, and Dom Aekins added 12 points. Ohio State made 85 percent of its free throws in the game. Youngstown State made 59 percent of its free throws. Ohio State also had 46 rebounds, and Youngstown State had 27 rebounds.
Why People Are Talking About It
Ohio State pulled away in the second half, and fans love a strong finish. John Mobley Jr. scored 25 points, and that is a big night. Ohio State is a big school with many fans. A home win by 24 points gets a lot of attention. The second half was fun to watch for Ohio State fans.
What Happens Next
Ohio State is now 1-1 this season. Youngstown State is now 1-1 this season. Both teams are early in the new college basketball season. Ohio State will try to keep this good form in its next game. Youngstown State will try to learn from the second half and play better next time.
Final Thoughts
This game was a strong home win for Ohio State. Ohio State stayed calm at halftime and then played its best basketball after the break. Fans can look forward to more home games like this one.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Sources: ESPN – https://www.espn.co.uk/mens-college-basketball/boxscore/_/gameId/401916314
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