Ohio State sinks IU Indy in 118-102 shootout

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Christoph Tilly scored 28 points in his first game for Ohio State and the Buckeyes spoiled the debut of IU Indianapolis coach Ben Howlett with a 118-102 victory on Monday in Columbus.

The Buckeyes (1-0) set the program record for points in an opener, besting the 111-72 win against Bethune-Cookman on Nov. 25, 1990.

Tilly, a transfer after three seasons at Sa