Oregon Men’s Basketball Concludes Homestand on Monday

Rutgers men’s basketball concludes its four-game homestand on Monday night, facing off against Oregon at 7 p.m. This matchup marks RU’s fourth contest in Big Ten play this season. The game will be broadcasted by Jon Fanta and former Michigan guard Nik Stauskas.

Recent Performance of Rutgers

The Scarlet Knights entered this game with a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated Penn and Delaware State. However, they faced a tough loss against Ohio State, where they initially built a 15-point lead but ultimately fell 55-47. Tariq Francis stood out with a strong performance, scoring 15 points in the first 16 minutes. He averages 23.3 points over the past three games, including a 34-point game against Penn.

Key Contributions and Statistics

• Tariq Francis: 23.3 points per game, Big Ten Co-Player of the Week
• Rutgers Offensive Rebounds: 13.21 per game, ranking fifth in the Big Ten
• Emanuel Ogbole: 3.14 offensive boards per game, fifth in the league
• Recent Game Highlights: Achieved 18 offensive rebounds against Ohio State, matching a high from last season.

With contributions from players like Bryce Dortch, who recorded a career-high three steals, and Kaden Powers, who scored nine points after a slow start, the Scarlet Knights are looking forward to building on their recent performances.

Oregon’s Recent Performance

Oregon enters the game with an 8-6 record, highlighted by a recent win against Maryland, where they secured a 64-54 victory. The Ducks managed this win without all-Big Ten guard Jackson Shelstad. Nate Bittle and Takai Simpkins led the scoring with 16 points each.

Oregon’s Season Overview

• Current Record: 8-6
• Recent Win: 64-54 against Maryland
• Nate Bittle: 2.58 blocks per game, leading the Big Ten
• Key Players:
  • Jackson Shelstad: 15.6 points and 4.9 assists per game
  • Kwame Evans Jr.: 13.5 points per game
  • Takai Simpkins: 13.0 points per game

Led by 17th-year head coach Dana Altman, Oregon made the NCAA Tournament last season, advancing to the second round. They have a balanced lineup with multiple players showcasing impressive stats.

Historical Matchup

This game will mark the third meeting between Rutgers and Oregon, with RU holding a 1-2 record against the Ducks. Their last encounter was last season when Oregon emerged victorious with a score of 75-57. The teams previously met in the early 1980s.

Post this matchup, Rutgers will shift its focus to a road game against Illinois, a top-10 KenPom team, before hosting Northwestern at home.