SEATTLE (Interstat) — Washington used a strong second half to defeat Ohio State 81-74 in a nonconference men’s basketball game Sunday at Hec Edmundson Pavilion.

The Huskies, who trailed 38-36 at halftime, outscored the Buckeyes 45-36 after intermission. Washington shot 50% from the floor and made 19 of 23 free throws to secure the win. Ohio State shot just 42.9%.

Bruce Thornton led all scorers with 28 points for Ohio State. Washington’s Zoom Diallo scored 22 points and Hannes Steinbach added 21. The Huskies improved to 10-6, while the Buckeyes fell to 11-5.