After a thrilling overtime victory against Washington last night, the Ducks men’s basketball team will continue their chase for the Pac-12 title Friday night against Utah. Oregon beat the Utes the first time they played but lost the second match in the final game of the season. The Emerald’s Jackson Long has a full preview.

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Oregon baseball, fresh of a series sweep of Texas State, is taking to the road this weekend to start their conference play against USC. The first of three games takes place Friday night at six. The starter for game one will be Jake Reed, who will try and kick a three game losing streak. Saturday’s starter will be Tommy Thorpe, followed by Cole Irvin on Sunday.

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Oregon State released the financial details of their new contract with Nike.

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Offensive guru Chip Kelly is building the Eagles defense first.

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The Denver Broncos have released Elvis Dumervil after he refused to restructure his contract.