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Northwestern Wildcats vs Ohio State Buckeyes Wrap - Ohio State Wins 95-87

Northwestern was burned for 34 points by E.J. Liddell on Sunday as Ohio State picked up a 95-87 win at Value City Arena.

Ohio State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -7.5-point spread as a favorite.

Ohio State got 24 points from Malaki Branham and another 9 points from Cedric Russell. Jamari Wheeler contributed 6 assists, while Jamari Wheeler cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Northwestern got a 23-point performance from Ty Berry, who was supported by 20 points from Pete Nance. Boo Buie had 8 assists in a losing cause for Northwestern, while Pete Nance grabbed 6 rebounds.

Ohio State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Northwestern as they grabbed 28 boards, while Ohio State only had 26

Ohio State heads into a battle against Wisconsin. Northwestern, meanwhile, will have their next action against Maryland.