Dana Altman’s Oregon Season Hits Unprecedented Low
In a challenging season, Dana Altman’s Oregon men’s basketball team has encountered a historic low. This season marks Altman’s first-ever streak of ten consecutive losses in his remarkable 37-year coaching career, during which he has amassed 788 victories.
Recent Performance Highlights
Most recently, the Ducks faced a tough defeat against Indiana, losing 92-74. This loss brings their overall record to 8-16 and places them at 1-12 in Big Ten play.
Key Game Details
- Opponent: Indiana
- Date: February 12
- Score: Oregon 74, Indiana 92
Game Statistics
- Oregon Team Shooting Percentage: 45%
- Indiana Team Shooting Percentage: 60%
- Top Performers:
- Lamar Wilkerson (Indiana): 41 points, 13 of 20 shooting
- Wei Lin (Oregon): 15 points
- Nate Bittle (Oregon): 15 points
- Sean Stewart (Oregon): 12 points
The Ducks made an energetic start, with Drew Carter contributing five points in the first few minutes. However, after picking up two quick fouls, Oregon lost its momentum. Despite fluctuating leads during the first half, Oregon managed to compile a brief 19-14 edge thanks to a 7-0 scoring run initiated by Lin.
Indiana quickly countered, finishing the first half strong with a 36-30 advantage. Wilkerson’s explosive performance was evident, as he scored 16 points before halftime. The second half began with Indiana extending its lead to 43-32, heavily relying on Wilkerson’s scoring.
Upcoming Matchup
Oregon’s next game is critical for their season. They are set to face Penn State, another team struggling in the Big Ten.
- Opponent: Penn State
- Date: February 14
- Time: 12:00 PM PT
- Location: Matthew Knight Arena, Eugene
- TV Channel: Big Ten Network
As Oregon continues to seek improvement, they aim to break their losing streak and build toward a more successful season at Filmogaz.com.
