MBB: (18) OSU 70, Minnesota 45

COLUMBUS (AP) — E.J. Liddell had 16 points and 10 rebounds, leading No. 18 Ohio State to a 70-45 win over Minnesota.

The Buckeyes trailed 25-23 at halftime.

Ohio State shot 40.7% in the first half and committed eight turnovers.

Ohio State finished shooting 49.1% from the field, including 57.1% in the second half.

Luke Loewe led Minnesota with 12 points and Jamison Battle added 11.

Minnesota had closed within eight points with 14:25 remaining, but shot 3 of 15 the rest of the way and lost for the sixth time in seven games.