On February 21, 2021, the Ohio State Buckeyes and Michigan Wolverines clashed on the basketball court in a highly anticipated game. Both teams came into the game ranked in the top ten in the country, with Michigan ranked third and Ohio State ranked fourth. The game was played at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with no fans in attendance due to COVID-19 restrictions. The game was broadcast on CBS and watched by millions of viewers across the United States.
The First Half
The game started off with both teams scoring back and forth, with neither team establishing a significant lead. However, Michigan started to pull away midway through the first half, thanks to the hot shooting of guard Eli Brooks. Brooks hit several three-pointers, including one at the buzzer to end the half, giving Michigan a 38-34 lead heading into halftime.
The Second Half
Ohio State came out strong in the second half, with guard Duane Washington Jr. leading the way. Washington hit several three-pointers to keep Ohio State in the game, while also playing tough defense on the other end of the court. However, Michigan continued to hold on to their lead, thanks to the play of forward Isaiah Livers and center Hunter Dickinson. Livers hit several key shots down the stretch, while Dickinson had several important blocks and rebounds to help Michigan pull away.
The Ending
Despite Ohio State's best efforts, Michigan was able to hold on for a 92-87 victory. The Wolverines were led by Livers, who finished with 22 points and 7 rebounds, while Dickinson had 22 points and 9 rebounds. Brooks finished with 17 points, including 5 three-pointers. For Ohio State, Washington led the way with 30 points and 5 rebounds, while forward E.J. Liddell had 23 points and 10 rebounds.
Conclusion
The Ohio State-Michigan basketball game was a highly competitive and entertaining affair, with both teams playing at a high level. While Michigan was able to come out on top, Ohio State showed that they are a team to be reckoned with and will likely make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. For Michigan, the victory solidified their status as one of the best teams in the country and put them one step closer to a Big Ten regular season championship.
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