Ohio State began NCAA Tournament play with a bang, trouncing No. 14 seed George Washington 87-45 to advance to the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the third-straight season.
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 Ohio State | 17 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 87 |
| #14 George Washington | 12 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 45 |
Normally a team that leans on its guards and uptempo play, Ohio State's size and post play was the difference, especially early.