Coming off a 10 day break, the Oregon women’s basketball team get back to work as they host the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena. The Ducks (5-2) have won three straight games while the Vikings (2-4) are coming off a loss to No. 24 ranked Gonzaga. The Ducks come into todays game leading the series against the Vikings 23-10 (10-5 at home), and are seeking revenge after last year’s 85-87 loss at home. The Ducks dominated the Vikings from the start, forcing turnovers and creating easy opportunities, ultimately setting the tone for the rest of the game. Seven Oregon players finished the game in double digits, led by guard Chrishae Rowe who ended the day with 24 points.
The Oregon Ducks play the Southern University Jaguars on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore.
Oregon guard Lexi Petersen (33) pulls up for the mid-range jumper late in the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon forward Jillian Alleyne (14) goes up for an easy lay in on a fast break in the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Katelyn Loper (31) crosses over a Vikings defender and charges the baseline. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon forward Jillian Alleyne (14) splits the Vikings defense as she makes her way to the basket. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon forward Jillian Alleyne (14) goes to the line to shoot two after being fouled on a shot. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Lexi Petersen (33) shoots a wide open three pointer from the wing in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Chrishae Rowe (21) gets around Vikings defender Kate Lanz (15) in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Amanda Delgado (12) pulls up for a contested three pointer in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Lexi Petersen (33) drives to the basket in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Ariel Thomas (22) gets an edge on Vikings defender Lariel Powell (20) in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Chrishae Rowe (21) gets the steal and goes end to end for the easy basket in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Katelyn Loper (31) finds a hole in the Vikings defense and takes the ball to the basket in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
The bench celebrates a three pointer in the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
Oregon guard Ariel Thomas (22) drives past three Vikings on her way to the basket in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)
The Ducks celebrate after their 113-78 win over the Portland State Vikings. The Oregon Ducks play the Portland State Vikings at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 14, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)