Iowa men’s basketball plays Ohio State on Thursday in the Big Ten tournament. Follow here for live score updates for the Hawkeyes.

Here's what Jake Diebler and Bruce Thorton said after taking down Iowa in the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday.

Iowa basketball's Big Ten Tournament journey ended against Ohio State on Thursday, March 12. Bennett Stirtz led the Hawkeyes with 17 points in a 72-69 loss in Chicago. The Hawkeye men (21-12) had chances down the stretch but missed a tying shot at the buzzer.

CHICAGO (AP) — Bruce Thornton had 24 points, John Mobley Jr. scored all 12 of his points in the second half, and No. 8 seed Ohio State held off a late rally by No. 9 seed Iowa for a 72-69 victory Thursday in the third round of the Big Ten Tournament.

The Big Ten men's basketball tournament continues March Madness 2026 action with second round games today. Start time, how to watch Ohio State-Iowa game.

The Hawkeyes are looking to build off their second round win against Maryland with another one against Ohio State

Live coverage of the Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Ohio State Buckeyes NCAAM game on ESPN, including live score, highlights and updated stats.