The Oregon Ducks had a big win on Saturday night, as they defeated the Montana Grizzlies 75-61 in a game led by senior guard Payton Bittle. Bittle had a career-high 24 points, along with seven rebounds and four assists. He was the driving force behind the Ducks’ victory, as he was able to get to the basket and create scoring opportunities for his teammates.
The Ducks got off to a hot start, as they jumped out to an early 11-4 lead. Bittle was able to get to the basket and draw fouls, which allowed him to get to the free throw line and score easy points. The Ducks were able to extend their lead to 14 points at halftime, and they never looked back.
The second half saw the Ducks continue to dominate, as they outscored the Grizzlies 45-30. Bittle continued to be the catalyst for the Ducks’ offense, as he was able to get to the basket and create scoring opportunities for his teammates. He was also able to knock down some key shots from beyond the arc, which helped the Ducks pull away late in the game.
The Ducks were able to secure the victory thanks to their strong defense, as they held the Grizzlies to just 36% shooting from the field. They also forced Montana into 16 turnovers, which allowed them to get out in transition and score easy baskets.
Overall, it was a great team effort from the Ducks, as they were able to get a big win on the road against a tough Montana team. Bittle was the star of the show, as he was able to get to the basket and create scoring opportunities for his teammates. The Ducks will look to build on this win as they continue their season.
