WATCH: Chris Holtmann, Buckeyes press conference before Illinois trip

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COLUMBUS — Ohio State head coach Chris Holtmann and guard Eugene Brown II met with the media for a press conference Wednesday afternoon.

Holtmann and Brown broke down the Buckeyes upcoming game against Illinois and how the Buckeyes can get a pivotal road win in Champaign. They also chatted about Brown’s rise as a key role player for Ohio State down the stretch of the season.

Watch the full Chris Holtmann and Eugene Brown III press conference here or on the Lettermen Row Youtube channel.

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