Columbus, OH, August 22, 2026 —

Ohio State men’s basketball has announced the addition of Argentinian forward Lee Aaliya to its roster. Aaliya is set to join the program for the 2026-27 season. The 21-year-old brings a wealth of international experience to the Buckeyes’ lineup.

Aaliya’s basketball career includes participation with Argentina’s National Team. He has also competed professionally in Spain. This international background is expected to provide a significant contribution to the Ohio State program.

Head Coach Jake Diebler commented on the signing, emphasizing the qualities Aaliya will bring. “Lee’s experience, athleticism, and physicality are all things that we believe will be significant contributions to our program,” Diebler stated. The coach highlighted these attributes as key factors in the decision to add Aaliya to the team.


Story summarized from the original created by Reilly Cahill on www.thelantern.com, see more information here.

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