It’s been an off-season of roster management for new Ohio State basketball coach Jake Diebler.
While he showed enough on the court for the Buckeye athletic department to drop the interim tag and make him the full-time head coach, it was a quick turnaround from the end of the season to the transfer window and the draft.
We saw a lot of player movement, with the departure of some starters and reserves, while at the same time we received some high-level transfers. As for recruiting, so far so good, as Diebler has already received a verbal response from the top 2026 Ohioan, point guard Marcus Johnson.
The work is not done, especially in the class of 2025 who currently have no commitments. The Buckeyes offered Kentucky power again, EJ Walkeron Wednesday, confirming interest despite the change of coach.
At 6 feet, 8 inches and 230 pounds, Walker is one of the best players in the country, ranked 142nd overall and 28th at his position. Hopefully this gesture will give the Buckeyes some momentum in their recruitment.
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