RECAP: UW WBB Huskies Stop Skid, Defeat Oregon Ducks, 74-66

On Friday night, after losing six straight games to PAC-12 opponents, the Washington Huskies (13-6 overall; 5-3 PAC) defeated the Oregon Ducks at home, 74-66

The Washington Huskies jumped out to an early lead behind the hot-shooting of Lauren Schwartz, but the contributions of a trio of freshmen i.e., Sayvia Sellers, Olivia Anderson and Ari Long, throughout the game were crucial to securing UW’s victory.

For the game, the Huskies were efficient from three-point range (36.8%); and efficient at the rim(60%) –i.e., within 4.5 feet.

Washington shot (48.7%) from two-point range, including 50% from mid-range.

Meanwhile, Washington’s defense limited Oregon shooters to 45.6% (26 for 57) shooting from the field; 47.9% shooting on two point attempts (23 for 48); and 33.3% (3 for 9)from three-point range.

However, Washington defenders allowed the Ducks’ offense more success in the lane as Oregon shot 51.3% overall in the paint(19 for 37).

Oregon did, howeveer, out-rebound the Huskies, 34 to 28.

Washington did commit less turnovers (11) than Oregon(18).

1st Quarter

In the first period, the Huskies were led by the hot hand of Lauren Schwartz, who scored 8 points on 75% (3 for 4) shooting overall; as well as 100% from three-point range (2 for 2).

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Freshman Olivia Anderson came off the bench to spark the Huskies with four (4) points on 100% shooting (2 for 2) as well as, one rebound and one assist.

The Huskies only committed 2 turnovers in the first period, which kept the cold-shooting Huskies (29.4% shooting overall; and 28.6% from three-point range) within three points, 15-12.

2nd Quarter

In the second period, the Huskies elevated their game on offense and defense and outscored Oregon, 19-12.

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The Dawgs shot 50% on two-point attempts and 60% on three-pointers.

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In the second period, the Huskies showcased balanced scoring — led by Dalayah Daniels with six (6) points; Lauren Schwartz with five (5) points; Hannah Stines and Ari Long added three points each; and two points from Olivia Anderson.

ARI LONG AT THE BUZZER ????

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UW went on a 12-4 scoring run to end the second quarter.

Ari Long’s buzzer-beating three-pointer gave the Huskies a 4-point lead over the Ducks, 31-27, heading into halftime.

3rd Quarter

In the third quarter, the Huskies took their foot off the gas after halftime and were outscored 21-17 as the Ducks got back in the game.

UW only shot 46.2% overall and 25.0% from three-point range.

At the end of the third period, Washington’s Jayda Noble scored on an assist from Sayvia Sellers to tie the game at 48-48, heading into the fourth quarter.

Sayvia Sellers to Jayda Noble AT THE BUZZER!

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— Washington Women’s Basketball (@UW_WBB) February 24, 2024

Washington was led in scoring by Jayda Noble, Olivia Anderson and Lauren Schwartz with four (4) points each.

4th Quarter

In the final period, the Dawgs had one final offensive surge, outscoring the Ducks, 26 to 18.

UW pushed the lead to 58-54 lead with just under five minutes to play.

Oregon pulled within two with four minutes remaining, but a Huskies scoring surge pushed UW’s lead to seven with less than three minutes left.

Ultimately, the Dawgs pulled away to win comfortably over the Ducks, 74-66.

In the fourth quarter, Lauren Schwartz led the Huskies in scoring with 5 points; Dalayah Daniels and Elle Ladine with four points each; and Hannah Stines with three points.

UW Players of the Game: Freshmen Sayvia Sellers/Olivia Anderson/Ari Long

A trio of Washington freshmen, Sayvia Sellers, Olivia Anderson and Ari Long, made numerous “winning plays” throughout the game to secure UW’s victory over the Oregon Ducks.

Sayvia Sellers recorded 10 assists (a career high); seven (7) points; four (4) rebounds; and two (2) steals in 37 minutes.

Olivia Anderson contributed 10 points on perfect 100% (5 for 5) shooting; one block; and one steal in 12 minutes.

Ari Long added 7 points on perfect 100% shooting and two (2) rebounds in 7 minutes.

Next Up vs Oregon State
The Washington Huskies host the Oregon State Beavers at HecEd on Sunday, February 25th at 12PM Pacific.

GO DAWGS!