COLUMBUS, Ohio (Interstat) — Bruce Thornton scored 24 points to lead Ohio State to a narrow 64-63 victory over Notre Dame in a non-conference men’s basketball game Sunday at Value City Arena. The Buckeyes remained undefeated at 4-0 while the Fighting Irish fell to 3-1.

In a game defined by poor shooting, free throws proved decisive. Ohio State went 19 for 23 from the line, while Notre Dame made just 12 of 20. The Fighting Irish dominated inside with 38 points in the paint but were undone by 13 turnovers. Christoph Tilly added 18 points for the Buckeyes. Jalen Haralson led Notre Dame with 13 points.