Ohio State’s Roster Is Full… But Christoph Tilly Could Still Return

Could Christoph Tilly still return to Ohio State basketball even after the Buckeyes added Lee Aaliya and filled their 2026-27 roster?

Ohio State officially added 6-foot-9 Argentine forward Lee Aaliya as the 15th player on Jake Diebler’s roster, seemingly closing the door on another addition. But the unusual NCAA eligibility situation surrounding former Ohio State center Christoph Tilly means the story may not be completely over.

In this clip, we break down how Christoph Tilly could potentially still factor into Ohio State’s plans, what Lee Aaliya’s addition means for the Buckeyes’ roster, the fifth-year eligibility situation affecting Tilly and other members of the 2022 class, and what would have to happen for an Ohio State–Christoph Tilly reunion to remain possible.

So is Ohio State basketball actually done building its roster? Or could Jake Diebler somehow add Christoph Tilly even after bringing in Lee Aaliya?

We explain the roster situation, NCAA eligibility questions and why Tilly’s name is still worth watching as Ohio State prepares for the 2026-27 college basketball season.

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