Devin Royal - College Basketball News & Rumors

Scores 15 points in win Royal recorded 15 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-7 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block over 30 minutes during Thursday's 83-64 victory over Penn State.

Impact Royal converted on 5-of-9 looks from the field, closing with 15 points, eight rebounds, an assist and a block during Thursday's win over the Nittany Lions. The 6-foot-6 sophomore has appeared in 20 games this season (16 starts), averaging 13.9 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and one steal on 27.5 minutes per game. Royal continues to provide highly efficient scoring from the wing for Ohio State, converting on 54.2 percent of his looks from the field on the season.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting for Buckeyes Royal will re-enter the starting lineup for Ohio State.

Impact Royal didn't start against Indiana after starting the previous 13 games, but he's back in the starting five in place of Evan Mahaffey on Tuesday night. Royal averages 13.8 points, 7.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists this season.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Tuesday Royal (undisclosed) is available to face Purdue on Tuesday.

Impact Having Royal back should represent a huge boost for the Buckeyes, and he's set to return following a one-game absence. Royal has started in Ohio State's last 13 games, averaging 14.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals per game this season.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Friday night Royal (undisclosed) won't be available for the Buckeyes against Indiana.

Impact This is a tough blow for Ohio State, as Royal is in the midst of a breakout sophomore season in Columbus and the Buckeyes are already down guard Meechie Johnson. Royal averages 13.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.1 steals this season and has started the last 13 games for the Buckeyes.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in defeat Royal closed Tuesday's 70-68 loss to Wisconsin with 12 points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds and two assists over 28 minutes.

Impact Royal was one of just two Buckeyes' players to reach double figures during Tuesday's lost against the Badgers, closing with 12 points, six rebounds and two assists in the contest. The 6-foot-6 sophomore has appeared in all 17 games this season (13 starts), averaging 13.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.1 steals on 26.6 minutes per game. Royal and the Buckeyes will look to get back on track during Friday's matchup against Indiana.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high 19 points in thriller Royal provided 19 points (5-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 9-11 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 41 minutes during Monday's 89-88 2OT victory over Minnesota.

Impact Royal led the Buckeyes with 19 points and seven rebounds as the Buckeyes took down the Golden Gophers in a double-overtime thriller. The 6-foot-6 sophomore has shown massive improvements in his second collegiate season, tripling his averages in points per game (4.7 to 14.6) and rebounds per game (2.4 to 7.3). Royal, who is shooting an efficient 56.5 percent from the field this season, will look to keep the positive momentum rolling into Thursday's game against Oregon.

JANUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Devin Royal, Bruce Thornton rally Ohio State past Minnesota 89-88 in 2OT

Devin Royal had 19 points and Bruce Thornton scored five of his 18 in a second overtime as Ohio State rallied to beat Minnesota 89-88

JANUARY 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Unstoppable in win Royal had 31 points (11-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 15 rebounds and one steal across 33 minutes during Tuesday's 95-73 win over Valparaiso.

Impact Royal posted career highs in both points (31) and rebounds (15) as the Buckeyes took down Valpo on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-6 sophomore logged a signature game as the Buckeyes made short work of the Beacons. Royal has appeared in all 11 games this season (seven starts), averaging 15.6 points, 7.9 rebounds and one steal on 26.2 minutes per game. OSU will need Royal to stay hot if they hope to take down a formidable Kentucky team on Saturday.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Devin Royal's career night carries Ohio State past Valparaiso Devin Royal posted career highs of 31 points and 15 rebounds as Ohio State pulled away from Valparaiso for a 95-73 victory on Tuesday in Col...

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Royal's career-high double-double effort sends Ohio State hurtling past Valpo 95-73

Devin Royal scored a career-high 31 points and grabbed a career-high 15 rebounds and Ohio State throttled Valparaiso 95-73

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • Associated Press

Lead contributor in loss Royal chipped in 14 points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 34 minutes during Saturday's 91-53 loss to Auburn.

Impact Royal led the way for the Buckeyes with 14 points and five rebounds as they were routed by Auburn on Saturday. The 6-foot-6 sophomore continues to excel since stepping into the starting lineup, averaging 16.5 points, seven rebounds and 1.2 assists across Ohio State's last six games. Royal will look to help OSU get back on track against Valpo on Tuesday.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads the way in win Royal had 22 points (9-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal across 23 minutes during Saturday's 80-66 win over Rutgers.

Impact Royal converted on 9-of-12 looks from the field, closing with a season-high 22 points, six rebounds, two assists and a steal during Saturday's win over the Scarlet Knights. The 6-foot-6 sophomore has seamlessly stepped into a larger role with the Buckeyes, averaging 14.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, one assist and one steal on 24.6 minutes per game (nine games; five starts). Royal and the Buckeyes will look to stay hot during next Saturday's game against Auburn.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high 18 points in loss Royal accumulated 18 points (8-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one steal over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 83-59 loss to Maryland.

Impact Royal approached a double-double, closing with 18 points, nine rebounds and one steal as the Buckeyes dropped their Big Ten opener against the Terrapins. The 6-foot-6 sophomore has stepped up in a big way in his second season with the Buckeyes, shifting into the starting lineup with Aaron Bradshaw sidelined. Across his four games as a starter, Royal is averaging 15.8 points, 7.8 rebounds and 0.8 steals on 26.5 minutes per game, while shooting 64.1 percent from the field.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches double-double in win Royal recorded 10 points (5-6 FG), 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 24 minutes during Monday's 102-69 win over Green Bay.

Impact Fresh off Tuesday's game against Evansville during which the sophomore forward logged his first career double-double, Royal notched 10 points, 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal against the Phoenix on Monday. The 6-foot-6 sophomore has made massive strides in his second season with the Buckeyes, averaging 11.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, one assist and 1.2 steals on 23.5 minutes per game (six outings). Royal should continue to see expanded minutes with Aaron Bradshaw (not injury related) out for the foreseeable future.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bruce Thornton, Devin Royal propel Ohio State to 102-69 romp over Green Bay

Bruce Thornton scored 25 points to lead seven players in double figures, and Devin Royal posted a double-double as Ohio State steamrolled Green Bay 102-69

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • Associated Press

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

First career double-double Royal ended with 20 points (7-9 FG, 6-8 FT), 12 rebounds and one steal across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 80-30 win over Evansville.

Impact Royal notched the first double-double of his collegiate career as the Buckeyes demolished Evansville on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-6 sophomore has worked his way into a larger role with OSU in his second season with the program, averaging 10.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 1.3 steals on 22.8 minutes per game (four games). Royal saw 20+ minutes against both Texas and Texas A&M, and he's been a go-to guy off the bench this season.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

A bright spot for Ohio State, Devin Royal is making progress but must continue to grow The Buckeye freshman has flashed at points and wants to do more to help his team win.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Off injury report Royal (illness) was not listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against Wisconsin.

Impact Royal was battling an illness but appears to be good to return to action against the Badgers. The freshman will hope to make the most of what minutes he gets off the bench.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Devin Royal, Bruce Thornton rally Ohio State past Minnesota 89-88 in 2OT

Royal's career-high double-double effort sends Ohio State hurtling past Valpo 95-73

Bruce Thornton, Devin Royal propel Ohio State to 102-69 romp over Green Bay

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