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Will Oregon Ducks Soar or Stumble Against Arizona Wildcats at T-Mobile Arena?

As the Oregon Ducks prepare to face off against the Arizona Wildcats, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain the momentum from last season's performance. The upcoming game, scheduled at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, promises to be a thrilling encounter.


Feb 2, 2023; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats center Oumar Ballo (11) dives for a loose ball against Oregon Ducks forward Lok Wur (15) in the second half at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary BonDurant-USA TODAY Sports

Last season, the Ducks showcased a solid performance on court. Their impeccable free throw and true shooting percentages were both perfect, reflecting their precision and efficiency in scoring. Additionally, they demonstrated strength under the basket with a two-point field goal percentage that was also flawless.


The Ducks' average stats per game from last season paint a picture of a well-rounded team. They scored an average of 70 points per game while assisting on 13 baskets and grabbing roughly 34 rebounds. Their defensive prowess was evident with nearly five blocks and over five steals per game – numbers that can disrupt any opponent's offense.


Feb 2, 2023; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Pelle Larsson (3) salutes the crowd after a three pointer in the first hall at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary BonDurant-USA TODAY Sports

However, not all was perfect; three-point shooting was an area where improvement is needed as indicated by their zero percent success rate from beyond the arc last season. This could be an Achilles' heel unless adjustments have been made.


Turnovers were another concern for Oregon as they averaged almost 12 per game last year. Ball control will be crucial against an aggressive Wildcats defense known for capitalizing on such mistakes.


Feb 2, 2023; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Pelle Larsson (3) makes a pass against Oregon Ducks guard Will Richardson (0) in the second half at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary BonDurant-USA TODAY Sports

With these statistics in mind, it's clear that maintaining high percentages in shooting accuracy while reducing turnovers will be key strategies for Oregon if they want to secure victory away from home.


Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on March 16th via Pac-12 Network broadcast or witness it firsthand at T-Mobile Arena where both teams will battle it out on neutral ground – ensuring neither side has a distinct home-court advantage but making fan support all the more critical for morale and momentum.

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