Oregon native Payton Pritchard hit a game-winning 3-pointer in overtime to lead the Oregon Ducks to an 86-83 win over the Michigan Wolverines on Sunday night.
The Ducks had been trailing by as many as 10 points in the second half, but Pritchard’s clutch shot with just seconds remaining in overtime sealed the victory for Oregon. Pritchard, who hails from West Linn, Oregon, finished the game with a team-high 24 points, including a perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line.
Pritchard’s heroics were made even more impressive by the fact that he was playing on an injured ankle. The senior guard had been dealing with the injury for the past few weeks, but he was able to gut it out and lead his team to victory.
The win was a big one for the Ducks, who are now 4-1 on the season. It was also a special moment for Pritchard, who had a large contingent of family and friends in attendance to witness his game-winning shot.
Pritchard has been a key contributor for the Ducks since his freshman year, and his performance on Sunday night was yet another reminder of why he is one of the best players in the Pac-12. He has been a leader for Oregon this season and will be a key part of the team’s success going forward.
The Ducks will now look to build on their momentum as they prepare for their next game against Boise State on Wednesday night. With Pritchard leading the way, Oregon looks poised to make some noise in the Pac-12 this season.
