Junior center Zisis Sarikopoulos (ZIZ-iss, SAYR-uh-COHP-ul-liss) is not returning to the Ohio State men's basketball team, instead electing to remain in his native Greece to play professionally.
The 7-foot Sarikopoulos played one season for Ohio State after transferring from Alabama-Birmingham following the 2007-08 season. He sat out to satisfy NCAA transfer rules at Ohio State during the 2008-09 season.
In 14 appearances in an Ohio State uniform last season, Sarikopoulos scored 13 points and grabbed 20 rebounds.
Coach Thad Matta said on Tuesday that he had spoken to the center, who had struggled with the decision.
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