Thad Matta is starting April on a strong note.
The Ohio State head coach received a class of 2016 commitment from four-star power forward Derek Funderburk on Wednesday.
The Ohio native chose the Buckeyes over offers from Xavier, Indiana, Iowa, and Penn State.
I've made the decision to become a Buckeye. I will pursue my college career at The Ohio State University. #BuckeyeNation
— Derek Funderburk (@TooEvsy4) April 1, 2015
Funderburk, checking in at 6-foot-9 and 210 pounds, is ranked 49th on ESPN 60.