- Matchup: Michigan Wolverines vs Oregon Ducks
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Venue: Matthew Knight Arena, Eugene, OR
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Oregon Ducks (8-9) will host the Michigan Wolverines (15-1) at Matthew Knight Arena this Saturday.
The Michigan Wolverines recently faced off against Washington, achieving a victory with a score of 82-72. In terms of fouls, Michigan accumulated 13 compared to Washington’s 20. The Wolverines hit 9 of 33 three-point attempts, while Washington recorded an 81.8% free throw success rate, making 9 of their 11 attempts. Washington grabbed 35 rebounds (15 offensive, 20 defensive) but failed to register a block. The team provided 10 assists and managed 3 steals throughout the game. Defensively, Michigan held their opponents to a shooting percentage of 37.5%, allowing Washington to make 27 of 72 shots. Michigan achieved 18 assists while forcing 11 turnovers and securing 6 steals. They recorded 37 rebounds, with 12 on the offensive end. At the charity strip, Michigan converted 13 of 17 attempts for 76.5%, finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% (32 out of 69) and making 5 of 23 shots from beyond the arc.
Elliot Cadeau was a standout player, converting 66.7% of his field goal attempts while providing 3 assists. He played 25 minutes, securing 3 rebounds and scoring 19 points on 6 of 9 shooting.
Michigan boasts a remarkable record of 15-1 this season. They average 12.1 turnovers and commit 16.5 fouls per game. As a team, the Wolverines grab 43.2 rebounds per contest and have accumulated 320 assists this season, ranking 22nd nationwide in assists. They’re shooting 35.3% from three-point range (153 of 434) and 72.8% from the free throw line. Offensively, Michigan averages an impressive 93.8 points per game, placing them 3rd in the nation, with a field goal percentage of 51.9%.
Defensively, the Wolverines force 13.1 turnovers per game and draw 21.3 personal fouls. They limit opponents to 29.9% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 68th in the country for points allowed per game at 68.7. Michigan’s defense concedes a field goal percentage of 35.7% (378 of 1,060) and 33.8 rebounds per game. They rank 2nd nationally in assists allowed, with only 154 given up this season.
In their last game, the Oregon Ducks suffered a significant defeat, losing 90-55 to Nebraska. On the boards, Oregon allowed Nebraska to collect 29 rebounds (6 offensive). Nebraska shot 47.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 17 of 36 three-point attempts, and nailed 9 out of 11 free throws for a success rate of 81.8%. The Ducks permitted Nebraska to shoot 32 of 60 from the field, achieving a shooting percentage of 53.3%. Defensively, the Ducks shot 20 for 48 from the field, resulting in a 41.7% success rate, while their three-point shooting dwindled to 6 of 23 (26.1%). Oregon converted just 9 of 17 attempts from the free throw line for 52.9%. Nebraska committed 14 fouls, allowing Oregon to attempt 17 free throws. The Ducks turned the ball over 15 times while acquiring 3 steals. Overall, Oregon grabbed 22 defensive rebounds and 5 offensive rebounds, totaling 27 for the game.
Wei Lin had a notable impact for the Ducks during the match, scoring 14 points in 27 minutes with a shooting accuracy of 44.4% (4 of 9 shooting) and recording 1 rebound and 2 assists.
Oregon’s record stands at 8-9 for the season. The Ducks commit an average of 16.1 personal fouls per game and achieve a free throw success rate of 70.7%. They average 15.2 assists per game (ranking 128th in college basketball) and turn the ball over 12.8 times per game. This season, Oregon has scored a total of 1,282 points (75.4 points per game) and collects 38.0 rebounds per contest. Offensively, the Ducks are connecting on 43.2% from the field, placing them 288th nationally in shooting efficiency.
On the defensive side, the Ducks are ranked 203rd in points allowed per game at 74.2. They force opponents into 10.9 turnovers per game and allow shooters to hit 43.1% of their field goal attempts (151st in college basketball). Oregon’s defense permits 33.1% shooting from three-point land (136 of 411), while opponents hit an alarming 78.5% of their free throw attempts. Their defense has yielded an average of 12.5 assists and 33.8 rebounds per game, ranking them 113th and 137th in college basketball, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in this NCAA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Back Michigan
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