Oregon Aims to End 10-Game Skid Against Penn State

Ducks' injury-plagued season continues as they host Nittany Lions

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Oregon will look to snap a 10-game losing streak when they host Penn State in a Big Ten Conference matchup. The Ducks have been plagued by injuries all season, with star guard Jackson Shelstad likely out for the remainder of the campaign due to a hand injury. Meanwhile, Penn State is coming off their first Big Ten road win of the season, led by freshman Kayden Mingo's strong performance.

Why it matters

This game features two teams at the bottom of the Big Ten standings, with Oregon and Penn State both struggling to find consistency this season. The Ducks' injury issues have been a major factor in their woes, as they've yet to have their three most experienced players - Shelstad, Nate Bittle, and Kwame Evans Jr. - all healthy and on the court together.

The details

Oregon (8-16, 1-12 Big Ten) has not been at full strength for much of the season, with Shelstad's hand injury keeping him out for most of the year. The Ducks nearly pulled off an upset over then-No. 12 Purdue last weekend, but ultimately fell 68-64. Penn State (11-14, 2-12) is coming off a 63-60 win at Washington on Wednesday, their first Big Ten road victory of the season. The Nittany Lions are led by Freddie Dilione IV (14.6 ppg), Kayden Mingo (13.4 ppg), and Josh Reed (10.7 ppg).

  • Oregon and Penn State will face off on Saturday afternoon in Eugene, Oregon.
  • Shelstad has been out for most of the season due to a hand injury that he initially suffered before the season and then re-aggravated just before the start of Big Ten play.

The players

Jackson Shelstad

Oregon's star guard whose season is likely over due to a hand injury.

Nate Bittle

Oregon's starting center and one of the team's most experienced players.

Kwame Evans Jr.

Oregon forward and one of the team's key scorers.

Kayden Mingo

Penn State's highest-ranked recruit in program history, the freshman guard has scored in double figures in 16 of 22 games this season.

Mike Rhoades

Penn State's head coach.

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What they’re saying

“We must have those three guys on the floor all the time for experience.”

— Dana Altman, Oregon Head Coach (statenews.net)

“He's a competitive dude. He takes this very personal, that's what you love about him.”

— Mike Rhoades, Penn State Head Coach (statenews.net)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This game highlights the challenges both Oregon and Penn State have faced this season, with injuries and inconsistent play plaguing both teams. The Ducks' inability to get their top players healthy and on the court together has been a major factor in their struggles, while the Nittany Lions will look to build on their recent road win as they try to climb out of the Big Ten cellar.