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ESPN Updates Ohio State Basketball Remaining Game Predictions
Buckeyes' NCAA Tournament hopes hinge on closing strong
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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ESPN has updated its predictions for the remaining games on the Ohio State basketball team's 2025-26 regular season schedule after their loss to Virginia. The Buckeyes currently sit on the wrong side of the NCAA Tournament bubble with a 16-9 overall record and 8-6 in the Big Ten. To make the tournament, Ohio State must win the majority of its final six games, including several as underdogs.
Why it matters
Ohio State's postseason fate hangs in the balance, as the Buckeyes need to rack up quality wins to improve their NCAA Tournament resume. With no ranked wins or Quad 1 victories so far, they must capitalize on their remaining opportunities to secure a spot in the Big Dance.
The details
According to ESPN's Matchup Predictor, the Buckeyes have a 57.8% chance of beating Wisconsin at home, a 21.8% chance of winning at Michigan State, a 33.8% chance of defeating Iowa on the road, a 33.2% chance of topping Purdue at home, a 76.2% chance of defeating Penn State away, and a 54.7% chance of taking down Indiana at home. This would result in a 19-12 overall record and 11-9 in the Big Ten heading into the postseason.
- The Buckeyes play their next game on Tuesday, February 17 against Wisconsin.
- The regular season concludes on Saturday, March 7 when Ohio State hosts Indiana.
The players
Ohio State Basketball Team
The Ohio State men's basketball team is currently 16-9 overall and 8-6 in Big Ten play, sitting on the wrong side of the NCAA Tournament bubble.
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