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Oregon Basketball: Ducks Look For Stronger Finish vs Washington State

By Justin Phillips

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 16: Kenny Wooten #14 of the Oregon Ducks attempts a basket despite defense from Paschal Chukwu #13 of the Syracuse Orange in the first half of the game during the 2k Empire Classic at Madison Square Garden on November 16, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 16: Kenny Wooten #14 of the Oregon Ducks attempts a basket despite defense from Paschal Chukwu #13 of the Syracuse Orange in the first half of the game during the 2k Empire Classic at Madison Square Garden on November 16, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) /
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The Oregon Ducks will look to finish strong against Washington State on Sunday.

Oregon Basketball has struggled early this season losing eight games by less than 10 points, including games vs UCLA and Washington most recently. The Ducks had the final possession vs Washington on Thursday night, but a turnover led to a loss. In the end, the Huskies came out as the more experienced team and it showed in the final minutes as they held on to win.

The Cougars come to Eugene looking for their first win in Matthew Knight Arena. The Ducks beat Washington State last season in the Pac-12 Tournament. While the Ducks have lost Bol Bol for the season, the last few games we have seen a team that is finding chemistry in key moments but letting things lapse in the final minutes.

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Finding consistency has always been a concern for Head Coach Dana Altman and this seasons team is the youngest Oregon has had in the last fourteen seasons.

The Washington State Cougars have lost their last two and are looking for their first road win of the season after starting the season 0-6. Robert Franks returned for his Senior season and is averaging over 21 points per game and close to 8 rebounds. He is clearly the player to keep an eye on for the Cougars. His Defensive game is also impressive with 10 blocks and 8 steals.

For the Oregon Ducks, Louis King has been a key player. The Freshman is finding ways to get to the basket to create his own shot. Defensively, Francis Okoro is learning on the job and Kenny Wooten is getting back into game shape after missing time with a broken jaw. Wooten is back playing with a mask. At times he has looked comfortable, but others have seen some inconsistent play from the Sophomore.

The Oregon Ducks and Washington State Cougars tip off at 5 pm Pacific Time on ESPNU.

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