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Ohio State hoops without starter for B1G opener vs. Rutgers

Published: Dec 8, 2022 · 5:26 PM EST

Ohio State basketball will be down one starter for Thursday’s B1G opener against Rutgers.

According to the Buckeyes, Isaac Likekele is out against the Scarlet Knights. Likekele is heading to Texas to be with his family to attend to a family matter.

Eugene Brown also remains out with a concussion.

Ohio State will be without starting wing Isaac Likekele tonight as he has “gone home to Texas to attend to a family matter,” per a Buckeye release.

Buckeyes will also be without Eugene Brown (concussion) for the ninth straight game.

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Likekele has started every game for the Buckeyes this season and is averaging 27.5 minutes per game. Likekele is also averaging 4.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.1 assists to begin the season.

Paul Harvey

Paul is a lifelong fan and student of all things college football. He has been covering college football since 2017 and the B1G since 2018.