Duarte, Defense Lead Ducks Past Wildcats

TUCSON, Ariz. – Chris Duarte's three-pointer with :17 remaining lifted Oregon to a 63-61 victory over Arizona Saturday afternoon at the McKale Center.

In a game that neither team led by more than three points then entire second half, the Ducks (12-4, 7-3) earned their ninth victory over the Wildcats (14-7, 8-7) in the last 11 meetings.

How it Happened: Christian Koloko hit a pair of free throws with :34 remaining to give Arizona a 61-60 lead with :34 remaining. On Oregon's final possession, Will Richardson drove the baseline and drew the defense before flipping to Duarte who was open from the wing.

Arizona had one last change, but Duarte smartly committed a foul with 1.1 seconds remaining –…