After a solid opening victory against Georgia, Oregon Men’s Basketball returned home even more banged up.
Already missing blue-chip freshmen Jackson Shelstad and Mookie Cook, Oregon went to battle against the Montana Grizzlies sans N’Faly Dante and Jessie Zarzuela, who started in the opener.
Shorthanded, yes, but Oregon was able to pull away from the Grizz late and secure a 75-61 victory at home that put them at 2-0.
Nate Bittle, one of five Ducks in double figures, led Oregon with 17 points, eight rebounds, and four blocks. With the game tied at 50 in the second half, the Ducks outscored Montana 25-11 to close the game.