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Ohio State Closes Strong to Beat Youngstown State 89-65, John Mobley Jr. Scores 25
John Mobley Jr. scored 25 points and Ohio State shot 85.3% from the foul line in a 24-point win.
- On Friday, the Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Youngstown State Penguins 89-65 in Columbus, Ohio. John Mobley Jr. led with 25 points, while Andrija Jelavic and Amare Bynum keyed a decisive second-half surge.
- Both programs sought answers following early-season losses. Ohio State fell 94-83 to the BYU Cougars, while Youngstown State aimed to build momentum after a 79-71 win against the Saint Bonaventure Bonnies.
- Ohio State dominated the free-throw line, hitting 85.3% of attempts compared to 58.8% for the Penguins. Jelavic and Bynum fueled a 13-0 second-half run, outscoring Youngstown State 51-32 after halftime.
- Following the victory, the Buckeyes host the Marshall Thundering Herd today, Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. EST.
- Youngstown State head coach Ethan Faulkner prioritizes testing his squad against elite competition. The Penguins continue their challenging non-conference schedule at Central Michigan on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
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Ohio State closes strong to beat Youngston State 89-65, Mobley scores 25
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