Oregon Ducks Men's Basketball Faces Third Straight Loss Against Nebraska

The Oregon Ducks men's basketball team is facing a challenging period, suffering their first three-game losing streak in three seasons after a 77-71 defeat against Nebraska. Despite a promising start to the season at 9-0, the Ducks have struggled in recent games, including losses to Minnesota and UCLA prior to the Nebraska game. Coach Dana Altman criticized the team's lack of defensive pressure and offensive execution, with Oregon shooting just 40% from the field and 25% from three-point range against Nebraska. Jackson Shelstad led the Ducks with 16 points, but the team was outrebounded and outshot by their opponents, which contributed to their continued struggles. The Ducks now sit at 16-6 overall and 5-6 in the Big Ten, marking a significant downturn from their earlier success. With upcoming games, the team will need to rebound quickly to regain their momentum.