Victories away from home remain elusive for Iowa men’s basketball. The Hawkeyes lost their fifth consecutive road contest, dropping an x decision to Ohio State on Monday night at The Schottenstein Center in Columbus.

Iowa State suffered a tough loss in overtime against Big 12 newcomer Arizona. Here are three takeaways from the game.

The Buckeyes’ lead ballooned to as many as 25 points in what has become a familiar sight on the road for Iowa. The Hawkeyes were not able to sustain the level of offensive and defensive activity needed to win on the road. Ohio State looked comfortable and was in clear command of the game.