Can the Ducks Soar at Gill Coliseum?

As the Oregon Ducks prepare to face off against their state rivals, the Oregon State Beavers, at Gill Coliseum on February 18th, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Ducks have shown a strong performance in their past games, with a notable victory over Kent State where they scored 84 points and demonstrated an impressive field goal percentage of 47 percent. Their offensive prowess was on full display as they made 68 percent of their two-point attempts and capitalized on turnovers with 21 points.

However, consistency has been a concern for the Ducks. In a game against Syracuse played at a neutral site in Sioux Falls, despite stealing the ball nine times and scoring 18 points off turnovers, they struggled from beyond the arc with only a 15 percent three-point shooting rate. This inconsistency was evident as they lost that game by scoring just 63 points compared to Syracuse's stronger offense that night.

The Ducks bounced back in Eugene against California Baptist Lancers with an efficient field goal percentage of 52 percent and an excellent free throw performance at an accuracy rate of 87 percent. They also showcased better ball distribution with assists leading to over half of their field goals.

Playing away from home could pose additional challenges for Oregon as Gill Coliseum provides a formidable environment for visiting teams. However, if recent trends are any indication, the Ducks have shown resilience and adaptability throughout this season.

Fans can catch all the action live on Pac-12 Network or attend in person to witness whether Oregon can continue its upward trajectory or if home-court advantage will reign supreme for Oregon State Beavers. The game is scheduled for tip-off at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis; don't miss it!