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Ohio State to Retire Evan Turner's Number Feb. 16 Against Michigan

Ohio State's last national player of the year in men's basketball is set to be recognized among the university's all-time best players.

Evan Turner, who blossomed in three seasons under Thad Matta before becoming the No. 2 overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft, will have his No. 21 jersey unveiled from the rafters next month, the school announced Saturday.

SAVE THE DATE@OhioStateHoops will honor @thekidet & unveil banner Feb. 16 vs TTUN
https://t.co/lqUKl5yBnc pic.twitter.com/cKouPhcXbv — Ohio State Buckeyes (@OhioStAthletics) January 30, 2016

The banner is set to be unveiled at halftime of Ohio State's game against Michigan Feb.