KOSTA KOUFOS of Ohio State shoots over Vincent James (left) and Garrett Moles (center, front) of UNC Asheville’s in the first half of the first round of the National Invitational Tournament game on Tuesday at Value City Arena. AP / Associated Press
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Ohio State overcomes ‘big’ obstacle
Buckeyes defeat Asheville, which features 7-foot-7 post player
RUSTY MILLER Associated Press
“I really don’t pay attention to the crowds,” he said. “But I do appreciate them doing that.”
The Buckeyes built a 10-point lead at halftime and then pulled away in the second half.
Butler had a hand in all of the scoring in a 15-7 run midway through, scoring 10 points and assisting on a 3-pointer by Jon Diebler and Dallas Lauderdale’s dunk off an inbounds pass for a 70-54 lead.
The Bulldogs never threatened again.
Matta said he thought the Buckeyes actually played somewhat looser than they had in recent weeks, most likely because the strain of being on the NCAA bubble had finally been removed.
“Not that this wasn’t high intensity,” he said. “But it has been maniacal for the last month or so.”
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