According to a Columbus Dispatch story, Ohio State will be forced to play without rookie guard Scotty Middleton versus Penn State because of a rule infraction.
In just under 20 minutes per game, Middleton is averaging 4.7 points (40 percent from 3-point range) and 1.8 rebounds. Beyond the arc, he has developed into a vital scorer for the team, particularly when things are getting going.
With sophomores Bruce Thornton and Roddy Gayle Jr. and senior Dale Bonner forming a potent backcourt, the Wichita, Kansas, native averages the sixth most minutes per game.
During his weekly radio show, Chris Holtmann stated, “That happens sometimes in situations with teams, whether it’s injuries or suspensions or whatever.” “Scotty is a decent child. We care about the next man being prepared to take over in anyone’s absence.
As the No. 60 overall player and the No. 11 small forward out of high school, Middleton was a highly sought-after forward out of Sunrise Christian Academy in Kansas, according to 247Sports.
Since the start of the season, the Buckeyes have lost three straight Big Ten games and have had difficulty completing games.
On December 9, 2023, Ohio State already suffered a defeat at the hands of Penn State, losing 83-80 despite blowing an 18-point lead. The Buckeyes have also fallen to Penn State three times in a row.
