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Here's what Lamont Paris and Gamecock players had to say about playing Oregon Read what No. 6 South Carolina head coach Lamont Paris and Gamecock players had to say about facing the 11th-seeded Oregon in the NCAA Tournament's opening round on Thursday afternoon. Here's what Lamont Paris and Gamecock players had to say about playing Oregon 247SPORTS.COM Read what No. 6 South Carolina head coach Lamont Paris and Gamecock players had to say about facing the 11th-seeded Oregon in the NCAA Tournament's opening round on Thursday...

Everything Dana Altman, Jermaine Cousinard and N'Faly Dante said before Thursday's opening round game Here is a complete transcript of everything Oregon coach Dana Altman and star players Jermaine Couisnard and N'Faly Dante had to say before Thursday's opening round NCAA Tournament game against South Carolina. Everything Dana Altman, Jermaine Cousinard and N'Faly Dante said before Thursday's opening round game 247SPORTS.COM Here is a complete transcript of everything Oregon coach Dana Altman and star players Jermaine Couisnard and N'Faly Dante had to say before Thursday's opening round NCAA Tournament game...

Creighton head coach Greg McDermott told reporters on Wednesday that the Creighton faithful in Pittsburgh will be supporting former Bluejay coach Dana Altman and his Oregon Ducks on Thursday. The more than 2,500 miles between Eugene and the site of Oregon's first NCAA Tournament game may make it difficult for fans to support them on Thursday. By the sound of it the 11th-seeded Ducks will receive some assistance from another fanbase competing in Pittsburgh this weekend — at least during the opening round game with sixth-seeded South Carolina. "I know Oregon is going to have a sea of blue cheering for them on Thursday afternoon because of the way Dana is respected in our community," Creighton head coach Greg McDermoot said on Wednesday morning. Creighton coach says 'sea of blue' will be supporting Ducks on Thursday 247SPORTS.COM Creighton head coach Greg McDermott told reporters on Wednesday that the Creighton faithful in Pittsburgh will be supporting former Bluejay coach Dana Altman and his Oregon...

11-seed Ducks are being highlighted as potential bracket buster in March Madness NCAA Tournament: Oregon Ducks highlighted as potential bracket buster DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM The 11-seeded Oregon Ducks are being highlighted as a potential bracket buster in the NCAA Tournament this year.

The 9 biggest storylines for Oregon Ducks going into March Madness In what looked to be a third-straight season destined for a berth in the NIT, Dana Altman and the Oregon Ducks have utilized a magical run through the Pac-12 Tournament and landed their first bid in the NCAA Tournament since 2021. They now have a chance to continue that run, starting with their first-round game against the South Carolina Gamecocks on Thursday afternoon in the 6 vs. 11 matchup in the Midwest Regional. There are several things to watch over the coming days and a lot to learn about the Gamecocks, which was one of the top teams in the SEC this past year. More importantly for Duck fans, though, there are many things to keep an eye on on the Oregon side of the scorer’s table, from player health to potential matchups down the line. Here are our most intriguing storylines as the Ducks get set for their NCAA Tournament run. The 9 biggest storylines for the Oregon Ducks going into March Madness DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A look at some of the biggest storylines and major factors for the Oregon Ducks heading into the NCAA Tournament.

VIDEO: '26 QB Ryder Lyons in action from Elite 11 Regional in Los Angeles Lyons was very impressive at Sunday's Elite 11 Camp, here's a closer look at the talented signal caller. VIDEO: '26 QB Ryder Lyons in action from Elite 11 Regional in Los Angeles 247SPORTS.COM Lyons was very impressive at Sunday's Elite 11 Camp, here's a closer look at the talented signal caller.

VIDEO: Husan Longstreet in action from Elite 11 Regional in Los Angeles Longstreet had a strong workout on Sunday, here's a closer look at the signal caller in action. VIDEO: Husan Longstreet in action from Elite 11 Regional in Los Angeles 247SPORTS.COM Longstreet had a strong workout on Sunday, here's a closer look at the signal caller in action.

Kenyon Sadiq could prove to be a 'matchup nightmare' for teams in 2024 The Oregon Ducks football team will miss some of the players who played their last game in 2023. But with all teams, the Ducks have some up-and-comers who are anxious and ready to make their own mark in the program. Oregon has many young players who have the talent to make sure there’s no dropoff in 2024. One player in particular, tight end Kenyon Sadiq, makes offensive coordinator Will Stein excited for the present and the future. “Kenyon has had a great camp so far in just two practices. He’s another guy who is a matchup nightmare with his speed in the slot,” Stein said. “You can line him up all over the field. It’ll be fun for me this year to try and get everyone the ball. It’s a good problem to have.” Kenyon Sadiq could prove to be a ‘matchup nightmare’ for teams in 2024 DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein is excited about the versatility and talent of tight end Kenyon Sadiq.

Lanning, Lupoi discuss approaching spring ball ahead of first season in Big Ten Head coach Dan Lanning and defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi discuss any changes heading into spring ball as part of the Big Ten. Lanning, Lupoi discuss approaching spring ball ahead of first season in Big Ten 247SPORTS.COM Head coach Dan Lanning and defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi discuss any changes heading into spring ball as part of the Big Ten.

Tosh Lupoi wants to see Oregon's outside linebackers 'take it to the next level' Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi was encouraged by the play of the team's younger OLBs in 2023. Now, he wants to see those players "take it to the next level". Tosh Lupoi wants to see Oregon's outside linebackers 'take it to the next level' 247SPORTS.COM Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi was encouraged by the play of the team's younger OLBs in 2023. Now, he wants to see those players "take it to the next level".

Second-year skill players taking steps forward, Oregon OC Will Stein says Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein is very pleased with the way wide receiver Jurrion Dickey and tight end Kenyon Sadiq have stepped up this offseason. Second-year skill players taking steps forward, Oregon OC Will Stein says 247SPORTS.COM Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein is very pleased with the way wide receiver Jurrion Dickey and tight end Kenyon Sadiq have stepped up this offseason.

Heather Dinich explains why Notre Dame has no interest in joining a conference “Notre Dame does have its own line in the contract in all of it, ESPN’s Heather Dinich explained on The Paul Finebaum Show on Monday. “It does have its own protections because of its brand and its financial value that it has and that it brings to the College Football Playoff. And I know there are people who love Notre Dame, who love to hate Notre Dame, but the reality is that they are going to continue to cling to their independence. Heather Dinich explains why Notre Dame has no interest in joining a conference - On3 WWW.ON3.COM As the college football world is has been rocked by conference realignment, Notre Dame will maintain its unique position as an independent.

ESPN and the College Football Playoff have reportedly finalized their six-year extension through 2031, and it’s going to be a huge money-maker. According to Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports, the agreement will pay $1.3B annually, and a formal announcement is expected to be released on Tuesday. “ESPN & CFP have, as expected, finalized their agreement for a 6-year extension thru 2031 paying $1.3B avg annually. Formal announcement today,” Dellenger posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Conferences signed MOUs last week committing to TV deal/rev model/format protections, but the deal with ESPN had outstanding issues.” Report: ESPN, College Football Playoff finalize 6-year extension averaging $1.3 billion annually WWW.ON3.COM .

Quack Fix: For Your Entertainment Before Ducks vs Cocks Duke vs Oregon Ducks Advance to Elite 8 Predicting NCAA Tournament clash between South Carolina Gamecocks and Oregon Ducks One of the more fascinating showdowns in the NCAA Tournament will take place between N’Faly Dante and the Oregon Ducks, and Lamont Paris and the South Carolina Gamecocks. On3’s Andy Staples and Bracketologist James Fletcher III took some time to debate who will come out on top of this one, with both thinking about siding with the Ducks, in what wouldn’t be as big of an upset as people are making it out to be. Fletcher III specifically took some time to elaborate on the pick, and why Dana Altman and company can surprise some people during the NCAA Tournament. Predicting NCAA Tournament clash between South Carolina Gamecocks and Oregon Ducks - On3 WWW.ON3.COM One of the more fascinating showdowns in the NCAA Tournament will take place the Oregon Ducks and the South Carolina Gamecocks.

The No. 11 seed Oregon in the Midwest Regions faces the No. 6 seed Gamecocks EUGENE, Ore. — Oregon men's basketball received the No. 11 seed in the Midwest Region of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday and will play the No. 6 seeded South Carolina Gamecocks on Thursday in Pittsburgh, Penn. The reigning Pac-12 Tournament champions will travel to Pittsburgh on Tuesday morning, in preparation for the 4 p.m. ET gametime on Thursday in PPG Paints Arena. Oregon is back in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2019 after winning three games in three days to take home the last Pac-12 Tournament title. "It never gets old," Oregon head coach Dana Altman said. "It does leave an empty feeling when you're not involved. The guys were excited. They were real excited last night." This is the first meeting between the programs. South Carolina finished 26-7 on the season and 13-5 in league play, good enough for second in the SEC. Oregon senior guard Jermaine Couisnard played the first four seasons of his career at South Carolina, appearing in 73 games (46 starts) for the Gamecocks. "It's a good opportunity for us," Couisnard said. "I know a couple of those guys over there, a couple of the strength coaches, trainers. It's going to be a fun game." The opening round game will be broadcast on TNT and the winner will play the winner of the Creighton versus Akron game on Saturday. Gameday: No. 11 Oregon will square off in the Round of 64 against No. 16 South Carolina on Mar 21, 2024 Game broadcast on TNT Mar 21, 2024 1:00 PM PT, 4:00 PM ET Pittsburgh, PA You can listen on: The Varsity Network THEVARSITYNETWORK.COM

How Oregon tweaked its defense to help the Ducks punch their NCAA Tournament ticket The Oregon Ducks have changed their defense and its paying off. How Oregon tweaked its defense to help the Ducks punch their NCAA Tournament ticket 247SPORTS.COM The Oregon Ducks have changed their defense and its paying off.

While the Oregon Ducks are preparing for their first-round matchup in the NCAA Tournament later this week against the South Carolina Gamecocks, part of the coaching staff is also being asked to keep an eye on the transfer portal, which opened on Monday for college basketball players. One intriguing name popped up when the portal opened, with some Oregon ties over the last year as well. Stanford small forward Andrej Stojakovic is reportedly looking to transfer to a new school for his sophomore season after averaging 7 points and 3 rebounds per game in 2023. Stojakovic shot 40% from the field and 32% from deep as a freshman with the Cardinal, and had one 20-point game to go along with a pair of 18-point showings. Intriguing freshman with Oregon Ducks ties to enter transfer portal DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Stanford freshman Andrej Stojakovic has entered the transfer portal and will look for a new school to continue his career at.

My personnel opinion is YES PLEASE, make it happen! Dana Altman says the Ducks are still in discussions on bringing back Tony Stubblefield next season. Tony Stubblefield is a wanted man in Eugene. The former Oregon assistant coach watched courtside for all three of the Ducks' Pac-12 Tournament Games in Las Vegas as he saw first-hand the Ducks win their way into the NCAA Tournament. Now he's in discussions with Oregon head coach Dana Altman about a return to the program he coached 11 years at. "We're still talking a lot. But I was really glad he called and said 'Hey, I'm going to come watch you guys, be a part of it,'" said Oregon head coach Dana Altman. "He was such a big part of our program for 11 years. I love Tony's work ethic. He's a heck of a basketball coach." Dana Altman and Tony Stubblefield still "talking a lot" about a potential return to Oregon for Stubblefield 247SPORTS.COM Dana Altman says the Ducks are still in discussions on bringing back Tony Stubblefield next season.

Lanning looking for secondary to 'continue to elevate' over spring camp As spring camp resets before jumping back into 13 practices, Oregon head coach Dan Lanning is looking for the secondary to continue to elevate over spring camp. Lanning looking for secondary to 'continue to elevate' over spring camp 247SPORTS.COM As spring camp resets before jumping back into 13 practices, Oregon head coach Dan Lanning is looking for the secondary to continue to elevate over spring camp.

Will Stein on Oregon offense in 2024: 'A lot of similar, but there will be some tweaks' Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein told reporters over the weekend that the offense will shift a bit due to the roster's new personnel. Will Stein on Oregon offense in 2024: 'A lot of similar, but there will be some tweaks' 247SPORTS.COM Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein told reporters over the weekend that the offense will shift a bit due to the roster's new personnel.

Tosh Lupoi on adding Jamaree Caldwell: 'I'm excited to have him' Oregon's lone defensive line addition through the portal was a big one with Jamaree Caldwell. Tosh Lupoi on adding Jamaree Caldwell: 'I'm excited to have him' 247SPORTS.COM Oregon's lone defensive line addition through the portal was a big one with Jamaree Caldwell.