In a nail-biting first-round matchup of the NCAA Tournament, the ninth-seeded TCU Horned Frogs edged past the eighth-seeded Ohio State Buckeyes with a score of 66-64. Despite trailing 39-24 at halftime, Ohio State mounted a comeback, briefly taking the lead in the second half. However, TCU's late-game execution, highlighted by a decisive layup from Xavier Edmonds, secured their victory while Ohio State's buzzer-beater attempt missed the mark.

By the Numbers
  • TCU held a 39-24 lead at halftime before Ohio State staged a comeback.
  • Micah Robinson led TCU with 18 points; John Mobley Jr. scored 15 points for Ohio State.
State of Play
  • TCU improves to 23-11 and moves on to face the winner of Duke vs. Siena.
  • Ohio State concludes their season with a record of 21-13.
What's Next

TCU will advance to the second round of the tournament, where they will encounter a formidable opponent, either top-seeded Duke or 16th-seeded Siena. The outcome of that matchup could elevate TCU鈥檚 tournament prospects significantly.

Bottom Line

This thrilling game showcased both teams' resilience, but ultimately TCU's late-game execution prevailed. For Ohio State, the season ends, but their comeback effort emphasizes their potential for future competitions.