The recent basketball game between Ohio State and Rutgers ended in a close 76-72 victory for Ohio State, extending their winning streak to four games. Key performances were from Bruce Thornton, who scored 24 points and had seven assists, and Jamison Battle, who contributed 22 points and made six 3-pointers.

The Buckeyes currently hold a 12-2 overall record and a 2-1 record in the Big Ten Conference, maintaining an 8-0 home record against Rutgers. They displayed impressive offensive skills in their recent victory, shooting 53% from the field and making 9 of 15 from beyond the arc.

Transfer player Jamison Battle has been dominant, leading the conference in 3-pointers made with a total of 42. Roddy Gayle Jr. also made significant contributions, scoring all 11 of his points in the second half and securing seven rebounds.

On the Rutgers side, Derek Simpson led the team with 23 points, while Noah Fernandes and Mawot Mag added 17 and 11 points, respectively. Aundre Hyatt also contributed with nine points and 10 rebounds.

The game saw a strong first half from Ohio State, with a 45-32 lead at halftime. Rutgers fought back in the second half, closing the gap to just one point with 3:20 remaining. Ohio State managed to maintain their lead, securing the win with key plays from players like Evan Mahaffey and crucial free throws from Thornton and Gayle.

Looking ahead, Ohio State will face Indiana on Saturday, while Rutgers will play Iowa. Fans can expect exciting matchups as both teams continue their Big Ten Conference campaigns.

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