Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler has voiced strong confidence in freshman forward Anthony Thompson following the team's game against Youngstown State Penguins on November 6, 2026, at Value City Arena. Thompson, wearing number 6, saw action in the second half as the Buckeyes faced the Penguins.
According to a report by Connor Lemons for SB Nation published on November 9, 2026, Diebler stated that "the lid's going to come off for him," indicating his belief that Thompson's performance will soon break through. The freshman's development remains a key storyline for Ohio State early in the season.
