The Ohio State men's basketball season officially came to a close last night with a loss to the Georgia Bulldogs in the quarterfinals of the NIT. The Buckeyes nearly pulled off a victory as Jamison Battle missed a go-ahead three-pointer at the buzzer. Jake Diebler now turns his attention to his first off-season as head coach, and it starts with the spring transfer portal opening. One rumor is the Buckeyes are close to bringing back a former player, Meechie Johnson, who spent the last two seasons at South Carolina after originally playing for Chris Holtmann in Columbus. The Cleveland native has blossomed into a star guard in college hoops, but is he enough to bring Ohio State back to national relevance? Subscribe to our new YouTube page:    / @ohiovseveryone    Hurt at work or in an Accident? Schuerger Shunnarah Trial Attorneys can help! https://www.warforyou.com/ Hazmat Ohio – Safety Training You Need! (740) 507-8802 https://www.hazmatohio.com Event Medical Staffing of Ohio https://www.eventmedstaffing.com/ (740) 403-6739 River Valley Restoration https://www.rivervalleyrestoration.com/ (740) 785-5000 Lauren Torgerson – NextHome Real Estate (614) 296-3952 togersonlauren@gmail.com Ohio has a vibrant sports culture with a strong presence in both college and professional sports. In terms of college sports, Ohio is home to several renowned universities that have successful athletic programs. The Ohio State University Buckeyes, in particular, are widely recognized for their football team, which consistently ranks among the top contenders in the NCAA. Additionally, the University of Cincinnati Bearcats and the Xavier University Musketeers have established themselves as competitive forces in basketball. In terms of professional sports, Ohio boasts teams in all major sports leagues. The Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals represent the state in the NFL, while the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Cincinnati Reds are iconic franchises in the NBA and MLB respectively. Ohio also has a beloved NHL team, the Columbus Blue Jackets, who have gained a loyal fan base. The state's passion for sports is evident through its dedicated fan bases, enthusiastic crowds, and the many talented athletes who have emerged from Ohio. From notable figures like LeBron James and Urban Meyer to the successful high school sports scene, Ohio truly embraces the spirit of competition and sportsmanship.