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Chris Holtmann Says Losing Streak “Tests the Character of Your Group,” Justice Sueing Believes Close Rutgers Loss Was a “Step Forward” For Ohio State

Chris Holtmann’s been here before.

Ohio State’s four-game losing streak is the fourth of Holtmann’s tenure in Columbus. His Buckeyes have responded before, though, most recently in their run to the Big Ten Tournament championship game following four straight losses to end the 2020-21 regular season.

But Holtmann said at Monday's press conference that there aren’t many concrete lessons he can imbue on the 2022-23 team that directly stem from previous bounce-back efforts amid similar skids. The Buckeye coach simply believes Ohio State must make adjustments and put a better product on the floor.

“Not necessarily, other than you’re playing in a really good league.