Following their most painful loss of the season against Nebraska, Northwestern visited Ohio State in desperate need of a win, whether it be literal or moral. In fact, pretty much any result the Wildcats had against the Buckeyes that didn’t involve a blown lead or a complete beatdown would’ve satisfied most fans.

The Buckeyes shot just 29.2% from the field and were outrebounded, 21-8, in the second half. For now, they're still inside the bracket, but that may not last long if their struggl