A perfect nonconference record for the Ohio State basketball team is one thing, but the Buckeyes won’t be satisfied unless they take home Big Ten championship this season.

Thad Matta’s bunch is on the short list of conference title contenders along with Michigan State, Wisconsin and perhaps Iowa, and if the defense continues to play at such an elite level, there could be a run in store come March. However, there are a few things Matta and company will have to take care of if they want to accomplish their goals.

Read on to see Ohio State’s keys to a Big Ten title.

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