Oregon Ducks Delayed by Biden Motorcade, Lose to UCLA
The Oregon Ducks men's basketball team faced delays due to President Joe Biden's motorcade, resulting in a late arrival and eventual loss to UCLA.
- The Oregon Ducks were delayed arriving at their game against UCLA because of President Joe Biden's motorcade, causing confusion and uncertainty.
- Staying at the same Beverly Hills hotel as Biden, the team waited for an hour behind the motorcade before receiving a police escort to the arena.
- The game's start time was pushed back to accommodate the delayed arrival of the Ducks, who managed to secure a 1-point lead at halftime before losing 71-63.
- Despite the delay and loss, the Ducks are now ranked No. 3 in the Pac-12 standings, with hopes of avoiding missing the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive season.
- Critics have pointed to the incident as an example of disorganization, while others note the unique circumstances of the delay.