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Paces Buckeyes in rebounds Key amassed seven points (3-5 FG, 1-2 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and one block over 34 minutes during Sunday's 87-79 overtime victory over Nebraska.

Impact Key didn't have much shot volume in Sunday's narrow win, but he led the Buckeyes with 14 rebounds, marking the first time that he's secured double-digit boards this season. Across his five outings since returning to the starting five, the sophomore has averaged 11.0 points and 7.6 rebounds in 26.2 minutes per game.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Sotos shows off his hustle and vision, delivers beautiful diving pass to Zed Key

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Nears double-double in victory Key posted 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block across 23 minutes during Saturday's 73-55 win over Wisconsin.

Impact Key remained in the starting lineup for a fourth consecutive game Saturday, and he came within one rebound of posting his first double-double of the season. He's scored in double figures in three of his last four starts and has averaged 12.0 points and 6.0 rebounds in 24.3 minutes per contest during that time. Although Kyle Young had an encouraging performance with 14 rebounds off the bench Saturday, Key appears to have established himself as the Buckeyes' primary center for now.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zed Key's breakout against No. 1 Duke a reminder that OSU will go only as far as E.J. Liddell's supporting cast takes it The sophomore big man had a career-high 20 points and was the difference-maker in OSU's 71-67 upset over the Blue Devils.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

X-factor against Duke Key notched 20 points (8-15 FG, 4-6 FT), three rebounds and one assist across 27 minutes during Tuesday's 71-66 win over Duke.

Impact Key set a new career high in scoring while leading the Buckeyes on the biggest stage possible, but what allowed him to do that was his ability to defend without fouling. While four Duke starters ended up with four personal fouls and opposing center Mark Williams sidelined for much of the game because of it, Key was free to attack the basket against hesitant defenders throughout the second half. He's solidified himself as Ohio State's primary starting center, with backup Joey Brunk only logging a single minute in this contest.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Key scores 20, Ohio State rides defense past No. 1 Duke Zed Key scored a career-high 20 points and Ohio State held top-ranked Duke scoreless for the final 4 1/2 minutes, completing a rally from a...

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Key scores 20, Ohio State rides defense past No. 1 Duke COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Zed Key scored a career-high 20 points and Ohio State held top-ranked Duke scoreless for the final 4 1/2 minutes, comp...

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • THESTAR.COM

Returns to starting lineup Key is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Duke.

Impact Key came off the bench the last two games in favor of Joey Brunk, despite Brunk only seeing a combined 13 minutes of action over those two starts. Key got off to a hot start to the yea, averaging 12.3 points and seven rebounds over his first three games. However, he's come back down to earth after averaging just 6.3 points and three rebounds over his last three contests. The 6-8 sophomore will look to return to his earlier form Tuesday night with the hopes of upsetting the top-ranked Blue Devils.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Productive against Niagara Key logged 11 points (3-4 FG, 5-7 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 26 minutes during Friday's 84-74 win over Niagara.

Impact Key remained in the starting lineup for a second straight game to begin the season, and he came within three rebounds of a double-double in Friday's victory. The sophomore started just one game for the Buckeyes last year but has had a consistent role early in the 2021-22 campaign.

NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No. 17 Buckeyes need late layup to beat Akron 67-66 Zed Key saved No. 17 Ohio State from a season-opening embarrassment on Tuesday night, catching a sharp pass from freshman Malachi Branham in...

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM

Zed Key's basket at the buzzer helps Buckeyes to shake off Akron upset Zed Key scores with 0.3 seconds left to give Ohio State a thrilling win against Akron.

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • DISPATCH.COM

Ohio State basketball's Zed Key makes game-winning layup in 67-66 win over Akron, but E.J. Liddell carries Buckeyes E.J. Liddell is Ohio State basketball's best weapon. Until others gain experience and get comfortable in their roles, he might be its only w...

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • CLEVELAND.COM

Starting Tuesday Key is in the starting lineup Tuesday against Akron, Adam Jardy of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact Key started just one matchup last season for the Buckeyes. Although it's unclear at the moment, Key may be starting over teammate Kyle Young, who's currently dealing with an illness.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Meechie Johnson, Malaki Branham, Zed Key ball out at Kingdom Summer League One of the biggest questions when it comes to Ohio State basketball this offseason is what the guard position will look like in 2021-22. The...

JULY 12, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

WATCH: Zed Key works hard on his game Zed Key is working hard on getting better. Did he surprise you with abilities as a fresman?

JULY 5, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Zed Key and Meechie Johnson cut from Team USA U19 basketball camp It was still a valuable experience. Now, time to focus on this upcoming season of OSU hoops!

JUNE 24, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Zed Key, Meechie Johnson going to USA Basketball camp is 'great honor' for the Buckeyes Ohio State men’s basketball has a chance to be represented on the international stage this summer. In late April, the Buckeyes announced tha...

MAY 8, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Zed Key, Meechie Johnson invited to tryouts for the 2021 USA Basketball Under-19 National Team Two second-year Ohio State players will have the chance to represent their country this summer. Buckeye sophomore center Zed Key and point g...

APRIL 26, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Meechie Johnson, Zed Key accept invitation to compete for USAA U19 basketball roster You’ve got some rooting interests for Ohio State basketball this spring and summer and it comes by way of the USA basketball team’s U-19 squ...

APRIL 26, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Ohio State's Key showing that basketball recruiting rankings don't always tell whole story Ohio State freshman center Zed Key was not a national top 100 prospect in the 2020 class. But he has been a big part of OSU's rise to a No....

FEBRUARY 15, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Freshmen step up for experienced (and now proven deep) Buckeyes basketball team First, it was a block by Zed Key that led to a tiebreaking 3-pointer by fellow freshman Eugene Brown III.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Retreating back to bench Key is not listed in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against UCLA, Adam Jardy of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact Key received his first career start in Wednesday's game against Purdue but was way less inefficient after posting a double-double (12 points and 10 rebounds) in the team's win over Cleveland State on Dec. 13. Key will give way for Kyle Young's return to the starting lineup but should still provide some healthy minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Key will start Wednesday's game against Purdue, Adam Jardy of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact Key posted an impressive double-double off the bench in the team's previous contest and could be in line for hefty minutes Wednesday with the Buckeyes shorthanded in the frontcourt. However, he may find it difficult to rack up boards while guarding the 7-foot-4 Zach Edey.

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double off bench Key recorded 12 points (4-5 FG, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, three blocks, two assists and one steal over 21 minutes in Sunday's 67-61 win over Cleveland State.

Impact Key has had an inconsistent role for the Buckeyes to begin his freshman season, and he only played two minutes in the team's win over Notre Dame. However, he was on the floor for a career-high 21 minutes Sunday while leading the team in rebounds and blocks. Despite his inconsistent production early in the year, Key showcased his potential against the Vikings on Sunday.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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