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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Sierra Calhoun sent her teammates into a frenzy of celebration when she hit a 3-pointer to pull Ohio State even with Miami at the regulation buzzer. But the Buckeyes let the momentum slip away in overtime.Keyona Hayes scored 23 points, Jessica Thomas added 16 and the No. 18 Hurricanes outlasted No. 9 Ohio State 94-89 on Thursday night in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge.Calhouns big shot tied it at 84 at the end of regulation. But the Hurricanes took over, and Hayes 3-pointer with 2:30 left in overtime put Miami (6-1) ahead to stay in the game that featured 13 lead changes.Those were two really great teams that just went at each other, Miami coach Katie Meier said. No one should feel bad.Kelsey Mitchell led Ohio State (5-3) with 29 points on 5-for-11 3-point shooting after hitting just one in the first half, and Shayla Cooper added 17 points and 11 rebounds.Mitchell hit a 3-pointer to pull Ohio State within a point with 5 seconds left in overtime, but the Buckeyes were forced to start fouling and the Hurricanes hit four free throws in the last 4 seconds.Obviously in the second half she was very good and made a lot of big plays for us, coach Kevin McGuff said about Mitchell. Its unfortunate we couldnt take advantage of that and win the game.Laura Cornelius added 11 points, and Erykah Davenport had 10 points and 10 rebounds for the Hurricanes.Ohio State came from behind to lead 22-17 after the first period on the strength of a 10-0 run to finish it. But the Buckeyes went cold, and Miami surged ahead on an 11-0 run and led at the half 41-30. Ohio State hit just 2 of 12 shots from the floor in the second quarter, and was just 1 for 13 from 3-point range in the first half.Communication was poor, Cooper said of the Buckeyes poor second frame. Not being in the right spots, not being disciplined on defense.Ohio State came alive again in the third, hitting its last six shots from the floor in the period, including back-to-back 3-pointers by Mitchell and Kiara Lewis. Miami led 60-59 after three.The teams shot with about the same accuracy -- 48 percent for Ohio State, 46 percent for Miami -- but the Buckeyes had 17 turnovers compared with 13 for the Hurricanes.BIG PICTUREMiami: Miami battled similarly talented team, persevered and pulled off the upset.Ohio State: The Buckeyes let a game slip away to a tenacious opponent in overtime after tying in dramatic fashion at the buzzer. Having started the season at No. 6 in the AP Top 25, Ohio State runs the risk of now dropping out of the top 10.INJURY REPORTOhio State kept Stephanie Mavunga out of the game, even though at 6-foot-3 shes the teams tallest player and could have been a big help on the boards down the stretch Thursday. McGuff said Mavunga has general soreness.Shes just been a little bit sore, McGuff said. I dont think its anything long-term. Were just trying to give her some rest now early in the season where it will benefit us later in the year.UP NEXT:Miami: Returns home to play Old Dominion on Sunday.Ohio State: Faces Southern University at home Wednesday night.---Follow Mitch Stacy at http://twitter.com/mitchstacyCheap Hydro Flask Online . It was the second consecutive win for the Pacers (2-5), who lost their first five preseason games. Jeff Teague led the Hawks (1-5) with 17 points and eight assists and Al Horford had 12 points and seven rebounds. Mike Scott scored 15 of his 17 points in the second half. Cheap Hydro Flask . Louis Blues. Shane Hnidy joins Brian Munz for the broadcast on TSN 1290 Radio at 7pm ct. http://www.cheaphydroflaskfreeshipping.com/ . Each of Houstons starters scored in double figures as the Rockets improved to 2-0 against the Spurs this season, with both victories coming on the road. They also moved within 3 1/2 games of San Antonio (22-7) for the lead the Southwest Division. Wholesale Hydro Flask . -- Jimmie Johnson held off a teammate, passed a pair of Hall of Famers, and dominated once more at Dover. Hydro Flask Deals Online . -- Aldon Smith believes he is on the path to being sober for good.IRVINE, Calif. -- Los Angeles Rams cornerback Trumaine Johnson remembers when he was a rookie determined to make a name for himself on special teams.I knew that you do good on special teams, you get on the field. I took pride in that, Johnson said.Johnson is now a firmly established part of the Rams defense, allowing him to enjoy the increased intensity of Mondays practice focused entirely on special teams. Without fans in attendance for the first time during training camp at UC Irvine, the Rams more than made up for the possible energy deficit during spirited drills as George Thorogoods Bad to the Bone blared over the speakers.Man, this is the most exciting practice for me to see what young guys come up and step up, Johnson said. This is the first day in pads, so you know its going to be physical.Set to play under the franchise tag after he and the Rams failed to come to terms on a long-term extension, Johnson refused to discuss those negotiations, saying that he would let his play do the talking and address his contract status after the season ends.Instead, Johnson singled out former Auburn wide receiver Duke Williams as one youngster that impressed. As an undrafted rookie free agent who struggled with dropped passes during the first two practices, carving out a role on special teams might be Williams best path to a roster spot.Special teams coordinator John Fassel pointed out the success the Rams have had in recent years with players that initially made the roster because of their special teams contributions and have gradually built a larger role. That group includes safeties Maurice Alexander and Cody Davis and running back Benny Cunningham.If its a toss-up at a certain position, then truump card is special teams, Fassel said.ddddddddddddWeve been fortunate the last couple years that Coach (Jeff) Fisher recognizes that and picks a guy out that looks like they might have some potential to play 25 snaps a game on special teams. Three, four, five guys a year find that role and then perform.After teaching technique during organized team activities, Fassels focus is now on seeing those lessons put into practice. Fassel said these early practices are especially telling, given how little special teams film exists for most college starters.Youre looking for guys that can run, Fassel said. Whos doing the right thing? Whos fighting and scrapping?The Rams already have a steady group of specialists in punter Johnny Hekker, kicker Greg Zuerlein, and long snapper Jake McQuaide, with wide receiver Tavon Austin and Cunningham excelling on returns. With a strong nucleus already in place, Fassel wants the Rams to cut down on penalties and create better field position for the offense.Johnson recognized that effort when Alexander spun down a teammate during a joint blocking and coverage drill, giving his fellow defensive back a subtle chest bump. He might not play much on special teams anymore, but Johnson still has pride in what happens there.Game notesWide receiver Tavon Austin returned to action after leaving Sundays practice early due to cramps. . Hekker wore No. 3 during practice as a tribute to former Michigan State punter Mike Sadler, who was killed in a car accident in Wisconsin on July 23.---Online:AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP-NFL ' ' '