Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Basketball News

Adreian Payne scored 15 points, Draymond Green had 12 - and a critical talk with the coach - and the defense-minded Spartans beat No.

Adreian Payne , Michigan State's 6-foot-10 center, apparently has a smaller lung capacity than is normal for someone his size, which explains why he often appears winded on the court.

The Buckeyes are 9 point favorites at home. The 19-5 Michigan St Spartans are 8-3 in the Big Ten as they take on the 9-2 Ohio St Buckeyes in Columbus.

Ravenel's departure from the Boston College program came on the heels of longtime Eagles head coach Al Skinner's firing in 2010.

Keith Appling vs. Aaron Craft. A showdown between two of the Big Ten's premiere perimeter defenders is just one of the intriguing matchups when Michigan State heads to No.

Ohio State coach Thad Matta talks with forward Jared Sullinger during Tuesday's game against Purdue.

Ohio State went through a rough stretch to start Big Ten play, but their recent play has again shown why the Buckeyes are the class of the conference.

ADVANCE FOR WEEKEND EDITIONS, FEB. 10-11 - FILE - In this Jan. 25, 2012 file photo, Ohio State's Jared Sullinger pulls down a rebound as Penn State's Sasa Borovnjak looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, in Columbus, Ohio.

With one month to go before Selection Sunday, afirst look at how the field is shaping up for the NCAA tournament: Miami : Beating Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium last Sunday was a huge boost to the Hurricanes, who have now won five of their last six.

This Player-of-the-Year candidate is a difference-maker at the forward position and is a huge reason the Buckeyes currently sit at No.

Draymond Green's versatility at both ends of the floor will be a key for Michigan State on Saturday in Columbus.

Michigan State's Delvon Roe, right, attempts to block Ohio State's Aaron Craft during last year's game in Columbus.

While considering the best Big Ten basketball rivalries during Tuesday's broadcast of Ohio State's win over Purdue, ESPN's Dan Dakich said everyone considers Michigan State a rival because of the Spartans' sustained success.

Pathetic, right? DeCourcy: Honestly, it's obscene. It'd be pathetic if the NCAA bought the Huskies' proposal for alternative penalties , which I believe includes no snack before bedtime, the silent treatment, five minutes in the penalty box and loss of their L.A. privileges.

A lot has been made of Michigan State's inexperience, with seniors Draymond Green and Austin Thornton leading a group that's mostly dominated by freshmen and sophomores.

Jared Sullinger is a top candidate for national player of the year honors. But how will his style of play translate to NBA settings? We explore.

Ohio State guard Shannon Scott and forward J.D. Weatherspoon celebrate during Tuesday's game.

Maybe you missed the memo. You certainly wouldn't be the only one because there's been a lot going on.

Taking a look at hoops news from Indiana, Purdue and the Big Ten. Inside the Hall Alex Bozich takes an early look at Indiana's game against Illinois on Thursday.

No. 3 Ohio State had been rolling over intimidated opponents, winning by an average of 27 points a game.