Zed Key - College Basketball News & Rumors

Nearing a return Key (shoulder) is expected to be available soon, Andy Backstrom of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Key is expected back "relatively soon", according to Ohio State head coach, Chris Holtmann. The 6-foot-8 junior missed Sunday's matchup with Maryland, but he will likely be a game-time decision for Thursday's showdown with Minnesota. If Key is ultimately unable to suit up, Felix Okpara will likely get the start in his place.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Okpara steps in for Zed Key, but Ohio State's inexperience shows in Maryland loss Felix Okpara's first career start was tough as Ohio State took a Big Ten road loss to Maryland with Zed Key out due to an injury.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • DISPATCH.COM

Ohio State's Zed Key Unavailable For Sunday's Game At Maryland Key suffered a sprained shoulder while attempting to pull down a defensive rebound in Thursday’s loss to Purdue.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Out at Maryland Key (shoulder) is out Sunday at Maryland.

Impact Key's upcoming absence will be his first of the 2022-23 NCAA season. Currently, Ohio State and Minnesota are scheduled to play each other Thursday.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zed Key Sprains His Shoulder vs. Top-Ranked Purdue Ohio State’s starting center got hurt in the opening minutes against the Boilermakers and was ruled out for the rest of the game.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Diagnosed with shoulder sprain Key will not return to Thursday's game versus Purdue after suffering a left shoulder sprain, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Key suffered the injury early in the game while wrestling for a rebound with Zach Edey. A clearer picture on his timeline will likely be revealed in the coming days. He poses as a major loss for the Buckeyes, averaging 13.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per contest, including five double-doubles. The 6-8 junior's absence leaves the Buckeyes without much size, as Felix Okpara will be called upon to step up for the time being.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears to injure shoulder Key was holding his left shoulder and appeared to be in a lot of pain as he made his way to the locker room Thursday versus Purdue, Adam Jardy of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact Key was unable to move his shoulder at all when he was shown walking to the locker room during the first media timeout of the game. The 6-8 junior initially suffered a shoulder injury in the beginning of December. He has been battling through the issue and has not missed a game to date but that could be in question if he's unable to return to Thursday's action.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs double-double in win Key closed Sunday's 73-57 victory over Northwestern with 11 points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, two blocks and two steals across 28 minutes.

Impact Key secured his first double-double in five games and it hasn't always come easily without taking many field goals on a regular basis. It will be interesting to see how Key performs in conference play going forward, as he's stepped up to the task in previous high-profile matchups already.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong with double-double Key had 22 points (9-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and one block across 33 minutes during Thursday's 67-66 win over Rutgers.

Impact Key recorded his first double-double since the third game of the season nearly a month ago. As he's also scored over 20 points in two of the last three games, Key looks to be in high spirits as conference play grows closer.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points Key (shoulder) notched 11 points (5-5 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 22 minutes during Saturday's 96-59 win over Saint Francis U.

Impact Fortunately for Key, his previous shoulder injury did not prevent him from sitting out any of the Buckeye's upcoming games. Fantasy managers should continue expecting the big man to score at least double-digit points during most matchups.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No. 25 Ohio State hosts Saint Francis (PA) following Key's 21-point game

No. 25 Ohio State takes on the Saint Francis (PA) Red Flash after Zed Key scored 21 points in Ohio State's 81-72 loss to the Duke Blue Devils

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Key scores 19, Ohio State routs Cincinnati 81-53 in Maui

Zed Key scored 19 points and Brice Sensabaugh and Bruce Thornton had 17 apiece for Ohio State, which raced past in-state rival Cincinnati 81-53 in the loser’s bracket at the Maui I...

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Key gets another double-double, Ohio State beats EIU 65-43

Freshman Brice Sensabaugh scored 20 points, Zed Key had 10 points and 14 rebounds for his third straight double-double and Ohio State beat Eastern Illinois 65-43

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • Associated Press

Brice Sensabaugh dubs Ohio State's Zed Key \ Zed Key gets a new nickname, Brice Sensabaugh talks poise and Ohio State improves to 2-0 with a lopsided win against Charleston Southern.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • DISPATCH.COM

Ohio State basketball powers past Charleston Southern behind Zed Key's double-double Zed Key had 17 points and 13 rebounds for his second straight double-double.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Key's double-double powers Ohio St. past Charleston Southern

Zed Key had 17 points and 13 rebounds for his second straight double-double, Brice Sensabaugh scored 14 points and Ohio State beat Charleston Southern 82-56

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Starts season with double-double Key closed Monday's 91-53 win over Robert Morris with 13 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-6 FT) and 10 rebounds over 21 minutes.

Impact Key was productive in the paint and from distance, especially making a difference with four of his 10 rebounds coming in the offense. To keep fellow big-man Justice Sueing consistently scoring, Key's efforts with Isaac Likekele on the boards will be a major asset for the Buckeyes.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One of Buckeyes top performers Key and Brice Sensabaugh were the two best players for Ohio State in their scrimmage against Wake Forest, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact Key has lost some weight coming into this season and should take over as the starting center out of the gate. Key played behind Joey Brunk for much of last season, but still was able to average 7.8 points and 5.6 rebounds in 19.8 minutes per contest. All of those numbers should be going up this season as Ohio State looks to try to replace their entire starting five.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ohio State bucking trend, counting on freshmen rather than transfers

After a roster overhaul, Buckeyes coach Chris Holtmann looks to lead a freshmen-heavy team to the top of the Big Ten, John Fanta writes.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Ohio State bucking trend, counting on freshmen rather than transfers

C.J. Stroud: Ohio State football could beat basketball team

Heisman trophy finalist C.J. Stroud said his squad could beat Ohio State's basketball team in a 5v5. Here's why he's confident.

JULY 30, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

C.J. Stroud: Ohio State football could beat basketball team

Big Ten men's hoops: Summer questions for Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, more

The nation's deepest conference features a host of teams facing key questions. John Fanta breaks down Indiana, Michigan and more!

JULY 14, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Big Ten men's hoops: Summer questions for Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, more

From 'finger guns' to captain? Ohio State veteran Zed Key looking for more With two seasons under his belt, Ohio State center Zed Key is hoping to assume a bigger role for the Buckeyes.

JULY 6, 2022 • DISPATCH.COM

Watch: Ohio State's Zed Key working on his game in offseason It may be the offseason for the Ohio State men's basketball team, but that doesn't mean that work stops for the Buckeyes on the hard court....

MAY 11, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Ohio State's Chris Holtmann provides latest on Zed Key, Kyle Young ahead of NCAA Tournament Chris Holtmann spent the 2021-22 regular season answering questions about Ohio State's injury situation. The postseason has not changed anyt...

MARCH 16, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Will Zed Key and Kyle Young be back for Ohio State basketball's NCAA Tournament game against Loyola Chicago? Zed Key has been listed as a game-time decision along with Kyle Young for Ohio State basketball's game against Loyola Chicago in the first r...

MARCH 16, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

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