Ohio State sharper in 72-67 win over Providence
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State found its energy after a sluggish performance earlier in the week, and the Buckeyes needed every bit of it to beat Providence.
JaQuan Lyle scored 20 points and Jae’Sean Tate added 14 as Ohio State held off the Friars 72-67 on Thursday night.
Ohio State (3-0) looked sharper after barely surviving North Carolina Central earlier in the week and won this game despite the efforts of Rodney Bullock, who was 5 for 9 from beyond the 3-point line and scored 27 points for Providence (1-1).