The Oregon Ducks had a huge win over UCLA on Saturday night, with freshman guard Maddie Shelstad leading the way. Shelstad scored a career-high 21 points and added five rebounds, four assists, and two steals to help the Ducks to a 64-59 victory.
The Ducks started the game off strong, taking a 10-point lead into halftime. However, UCLA came back in the second half and cut the lead to just one point with four minutes left in the game. That’s when Shelstad stepped up and took over, scoring seven points in the final four minutes to help the Ducks secure the win.
Shelstad’s performance was impressive, but she wasn’t the only one who contributed to the win. Senior guard Sabrina Ionescu had a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds, while sophomore forward Satou Sabally added 14 points and seven rebounds. The Ducks also got strong contributions from their bench, with freshman guard Taylor Chavez scoring nine points and freshman forward Erin Boley adding eight points and six rebounds.
The win was a big one for the Ducks, as it improved their record to 18-7 overall and 8-5 in Pac-12 play. It was also a big win for Shelstad, who has been a key contributor for the Ducks this season. She is averaging 11.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game and has been a major factor in Oregon’s success this season.
Overall, it was a great team effort from the Ducks, and Shelstad was the leader of the pack. Her 21 points were a career-high, and her clutch performance down the stretch was instrumental in helping the Ducks secure the win. It was a great win for Oregon, and they will look to keep the momentum going as they head into their next game against Washington State.
