The Ohio State men’s basketball team is set to face its first high-major opponent of the season as they host the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Value City Arena. Both teams come into the matchup with perfect records of 3-0, having dominated in their respective early season games against non-power conference opponents. Recently, Ohio State secured a solid 75-53 victory over Appalachian State, while Notre Dame triumphed over Eastern Illinois with a score of 78-58.
This marks Notre Dame’s first road game of the season and serves as the beginning of a home-and-home series between the two programs, with Ohio State scheduled to visit Notre Dame next year.
Fans can catch the game on FS1, with live streaming available on the Fox Sports App. The broadcast team for the event will feature Alex Cohen and Laphonso Ellis, providing coverage starting at 12:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 16.
For those looking to place bets, Ohio State is favored by 8.5 points, with an over/under of 152.5 points for the contest.
Ohio State’s schedule continues with games against Western Michigan and Mount St. Mary’s following the Notre Dame matchup, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead. The Buckeyes’ early success bodes well for their aspirations this season, as they continue to build momentum with each game.