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Simpkins’ Last-Second Layup Lifts Oregon Over Hawaii in Season Opener

Dana Altman said Kwame Evans Jr.'s left knee issue did not appear serious despite a turnover-plagued debut.

Overview

  • Transfer guard Takai Simpkins scored 18 points and hit the winner with 4.2 seconds left to seal a 60-59 victory at Matthew Knight Arena.
  • Oregon committed 21 turnovers and shot 12.5% from three, ultimately converting after four offensive rebounds on the final possession.
  • Nate Bittle posted 12 points and 14 rebounds as the Ducks squandered a 50-36 lead before recovering late.
  • Kwame Evans Jr. exited in the second half with a left-knee issue; Altman said he was walking postgame and did not think it was too serious.
  • Jackson Shelstad missed the game with a broken hand and is expected back before the Players Era Festival, with Rice up next on Friday.