SF/PF Devin Royal (Official Thread)

[bigdog3300]

Devin has taken such a big leap forward this year - really disappointing to have the year we're having when we have some very strong players in Royal and Thornton. I'm very worried it'll be hard to keep him here for next year, and losing him would create a massive hole for us.

 

[ScriptOhio]

 

[Bestbuck36]

I hope he finally gets to light the conference on fire!

He could lead the league in rebounds if he put his mind to it.

 

[brodybuck21]

 

[calibuck]

In truth, Devin always has played 'above his size', especially cleaning the glass. Timing, vision, cannot point a finger on 'it', but am glad he's a Buckeye.

 

[brodybuck21]

2025/26 Season Bump

 

[brodybuck21]

 

[brodybuck21]

 

[brodybuck21]

THREE TOP 100 BUCKEYES. This is the season Ohio State men’s basketball returns to the NCAA Tournament. It has to be!

According to ESPN’s college basketball staff, three Buckeyes rank among the top 100 players in the sport: Bruce Thornton (No. 25), John Mobley Jr. (No. 82) and Devin Royal (No. 100).

No. 100 - Devin Royal​

Royal edges out Xzayvier Brown for the final spot in the 100. Royal, a 6-foot-6 forward, averaged 13.7 points and 6.9 rebounds last season, showing the ability to rack up breakout performances: 29 points vs. Illinois, 31 points and 15 boards vs. Valparaiso, and 26 points vs. Michigan. If Royal can produce outings like that more consistently, Ohio State will likely take the next step and be a real threat to win NCAA tournament games.

Skull Session: Ryan Day and Ohio State Have a Point to Prove Against Jim Knowles and Penn State, Three Buckeyes Rank in ESPN’s Top 100 Men’s Basketball Players Entering 2025-26

Ryan Day and Ohio State won't underestimate Penn State, and the NCAA delays a rule change that would allow athletes and athletic staff to bet on professional sports.

www.elevenwarriors.com

 

[brodybuck21]

 

[calibuck]

Devin doesn't look quite comfortable at the 3 right now. Time will help him acclimate. Keeps looking toward the paint, but he'll recognize that playing outside will give him a better look at the angle of the shot, and subsequently the angle of the rebound, and where he needs to go. Expect him to get some mid-range jumpers.....Still glad he's a Buckeye.