The Oregon Ducks, with a record of 0-0, faced off against the Stanford Cardinal, also at 0-0, in a conference game that showcased both teams' opening performances. The final score read 78-65 in favor of the Ducks who managed to outplay their opponents on the Cardinal's home turf at Maples Pavilion.

Feb 22, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Kario Oquendo (left) and Stanford Cardinal forward Brandon Angel (23) vie for a loose ball during the second half at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

The Ducks demonstrated remarkable accuracy from the field with an overall shooting percentage of 50 percent. Their prowess from beyond the arc was particularly notable as they sank 12 out of 25 three-point attempts, translating to an impressive 48 percent success rate. Inside the paint, they were just as effective, contributing a solid 32 points to their total score.

Oregon's playmaking abilities shone through with a total of 19 assists which helped maintain their offensive fluidity throughout the game. They also took care of the ball relatively well with only ten turnovers and exhibited strong defensive efforts by collecting five steals and blocking one shot.

Feb 22, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Maxime Raynaud (42) takes the court before a game against the Oregon Ducks at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

Rebounding was another area where Oregon excelled; they grabbed a total of 38 rebounds—30 defensive and seven offensive—giving them multiple second-chance opportunities which led to six additional points. Their tenacity on defense limited Stanford's scoring chances and kept them trailing throughout both halves.

On Stanford's side, despite falling short in scoring efficiency with only a field goal percentage of 41 percent and three-point percentage sitting at just about half that rate (30 percent), they did manage to put up eleven fast break points against Oregon’s one. However, this effort wasn't enough to close down the gap created by Oregon's consistent performance across both halves.

Feb 22, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Jackson Shelstad (3) drives to the basket ahead of Stanford Cardinal guard Benny Gealer (15) during the second half at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

As for individual contributions from Oregon players, although specific player statistics are not provided here, it is clear that team synergy played an integral role in securing this victory over Stanford. The Ducks’ ability to spread out their offense while maintaining defensive pressure disrupted Stanford’s rhythm and ultimately led them to secure this win comfortably.

Looking ahead for fans eager to follow their team’s progress: The next game for the Oregon Ducks will be against California Golden Bears at Haas Pavilion located in Berkeley on February 24th at around noon local time (4 PM Eastern Time). This encounter can be watched live on Pac-12 Network for those who wish to catch every moment as it unfolds.

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