Oregon Upsets No. 11 Wisconsin 77-73 in Overtime Showdown
MADISON, Wis. – In a thrilling clash on Saturday, Oregon stunned No. 11 Wisconsin with a 77-73 victory in overtime, marking an impressive fourth consecutive win for the Ducks. Nate Bittle led the charge with 23 points, including six crucial points in the overtime period. Jackson Shelstad played a pivotal role, hitting a clutch three-pointer from beyond the arc with just 12 seconds left in regulation to tie the game at 66.
Despite facing foul trouble that limited him to limited playing time in the first half, Bittle’s performance proved vital for Oregon (20-8, 9-8 Big Ten). Shelstad contributed 13 points, while the Ducks’ depth shone through with 21 points coming from their bench, including an important 11 from Jadrian Tracey.
Wisconsin (21-6, 11-5) was led by John Tonje, who scored 22 points, and Steve Crowl who added 12. Despite their strong season at home, the Badgers committed a season-high 17 turnovers, faltering down the stretch with a critical misplay in the final moments. An errant inbounds pass hit John Blackwell’s knee and went out of bounds, setting the stage for Shelstad’s heroic shot.
The Badgers will look to rebound quickly as they prepare to host Washington on Tuesday night. With this victory, Oregon’s resilience and depth were on full display, showcasing their potential as they look to advance further in the season. The energy in the arena reflected the intensity of the matchup, as the Ducks proved they can compete against ranked opponents.
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