Oregon Ducks Defeat Texas A&M in Tournament

The Oregon Ducks showcased their resilience as they overcame a 10-point deficit to defeat the No. 20 Texas A&M Aggies 80-70 at the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, improving their season record to 6-0. A pivotal 16-0 run in the second half propelled Oregon to victory, with TJ Bamba leading the team with 18 points, supported by Brandon Angel and Jackson Shelstad who each added 16 points. Despite a tough first half where Oregon struggled with shooting and rebounding, they managed to close the gap and ultimately dominate the final stretch of the game. Oregon's coach Dana Altman praised his team's ability to stay composed under pressure and adapt their strategy to drive to the basket more effectively. The Ducks face a challenging schedule ahead, including matchups against NCAA tournament-caliber teams. Meanwhile, in college football, Oregon retains the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 Poll, remaining the last unbeaten team this season.