ANN ARBOR, Mich. — In a thrilling matchup on Wednesday night, Jaloni Cambridge showcased her remarkable skill by netting 22 of her total 29 points in the second half, guiding No. 9 Ohio State to an impressive 84-77 comeback victory over No. 25 Michigan.

With this win, the Buckeyes improved their record to 15-0 overall and 4-0 in the Big Ten, marking their best start since they achieved a 19-0 record two years back.

The Wolverines, now at 10-5 and 1-3 in conference play, held a commanding 16-point lead during the first half and managed to stay ahead after each of the first three quarters. However, they ultimately fell short in their quest for a win against a top-10 team, having now lost all five attempts this season.

In addition to Cambridge’s standout performance, Ohio State received contributions from Chance Gray, who scored 16 points, and Cotie McMahon, who added 13 points. For Michigan, Olivia Olson led with 20 points, while Greta Kampschroeder and Jordan Hobbs each contributed 13 points, with Kampschroeder scoring all her points in the first half. Additionally, freshman standout Syla Swords, who had an impressive 30-point game against top-ranked UCLA the previous week, was limited to just 13 points in this contest.

Key Observations:
For Ohio State, Cambridge has seen a resurgence, tallying over 20 points in consecutive games following a stretch where she scored only two, four, and eight points in her prior three outings. For Michigan, the schedule has been brutal under coach Kim Barnes Arico, with the team facing off against top-ranked opponents such as UCLA, South Carolina, USC, and Oklahoma this season.

A pivotal moment in the game occurred when Taylor Thierry of Ohio State blocked Olivia Olson’s shot in the lane with 1:56 remaining, effectively stalling Michigan’s chance to tie the game.

Crucial Statistics:
Both Cambridge and Gray played a vital role in the third quarter, each scoring nine points and contributing significantly to Ohio State’s nine-point advantage in that period, which ultimately fueled their comeback.

Looking ahead, Ohio State will host Oregon on Sunday, while Michigan is set to face Purdue on Saturday.