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Oregon Ducks Set to Battle UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion

As the Oregon Ducks prepare to face off against the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Ducks have been showcasing a strong performance trend, as evidenced by their recent games.


Feb 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Tyger Campbell (10) shoots a basket during the second half against Oregon Ducks center N'Faly Dante (1) at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against Kent State's Golden Flashes, the Ducks secured an impressive 84-70 victory. Their offensive prowess was on full display with a field goal percentage of 47 and an exceptional two-point conversion rate of 68 percent. They also excelled in ball distribution with 16 assists and maintained a high assist-to-turnover ratio of 4.0, indicating efficient playmaking and ball handling.


However, in the preceding game versus Syracuse Orange, the Ducks faced challenges despite their fighting spirit. They fell short with a final score of 63-83. The team struggled from beyond the arc with only a three-point shooting percentage of about 15 percent but managed to maintain decent two-point field goal efficiency at approximately 53 percent.


Feb 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA;  UCLA Bruins guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) slam dunks the basketball during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

Earlier against California Baptist Lancers, Oregon demonstrated defensive solidity alongside offensive efficiency en route to a comfortable win (76-55). They shot over half from both two-point range (53 percent) and three-point range (50 percent), showing versatility in scoring.


The upcoming match at Pauley Pavilion presents unique challenges for Oregon; playing away from home always adds pressure. However, considering their recent form—two wins out of three games—and ability to adapt strategies mid-game could prove advantageous for them.


Feb 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA;  UCLA Bruins guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) shoots a jump shot during the second half against Oregon Ducks forward Quincy Guerrier (13) at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch this exciting matchup on February 3rd at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles or tune into ESPN Networks for live coverage starting at 18:00 UTC.

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