TJ Bamba led the No. 15 Oregon Ducks to an 82-71 victory over the Washington Huskies on Tuesday night, scoring 21 points and contributing to a strong team performance. Brandon Angel added 15 points, while Supreme Cook chipped in with 13 as Oregon improved to 16-3 overall and 5-3 in Big Ten play. The Ducks showcased their offensive prowess, shooting 51% from the field and dominating the boards with a 37-24 rebounding advantage.
Washington’s Great Osobor put forth a valiant effort, leading his team with 20 points and eight rebounds. Vazoumana Diallo also made a significant contribution, scoring 18 points for the Huskies, who fell to 10-9 overall and 1-7 in conference play. The game remained competitive, with Osobor tying the score at 62 with just under six minutes remaining. However, Oregon quickly regained the lead with a series of scoring plays, including two free throws from Bamba and a jumper from Angel, pushing the Ducks ahead 68-62 with 4:10 left on the clock.
A key moment in the game came after Oregon trailed 58-55 with 8:26 remaining. The Ducks responded with a 5-0 run, including a pivotal three-pointer from Bamba that tied the game. Oregon’s ability to maintain momentum down the stretch ultimately secured the win, allowing them to bounce back after a challenging start to their home conference schedule. Looking ahead, Washington will host UCLA on Friday, while Oregon prepares to face Minnesota on Saturday.
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