Basketball:

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Portland gave up a lead late in Sacramento and lost 121 to 118 in overtime. Jerami Grant poured in 38 while Deandre Ayton had a double double with 18 points and 10 rebounds. On the injury report, guard Malcolm Brogdon left the game with a hamstring strain and will be evaluated today. The Blazers are off until Sunday when they travel to LA to take on the Lakers.

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The Oregon Women won big over Arkansas Pine-Bluff last night as the early season tune-up continues for the Ducks.  

College Football:

Number 6 Oregon hosts USC with a 7:30 kick-off Saturday night in Eugene. It’s a big game for the Trojans who look to play spoiler in this disappointing season. Their Defensive Coordinator was fired after last week’s loss to Washington. Ducks QB Bo Nix said after practice earlier this week they’re not too worried about seeing any new defensive looks. 

The official induction ceremony for the OSU 2023 Hall of Fame Class will be held tomorrow night at Reser Stadium. The Class which includes former football coach Mike Riley will also be recognized on the field during the game against Stanford on Saturday. With three games remaining, the 2023 season marks the first time the number 12 Beavers have been ranked in every poll this late in a season.

NFL: 

Seattle will look to bounce back against the 4 and 5 Washington Commanders at Lumen Field this Sunday. The Seahawks are still dealing with injuries on the offensive line but should get Tackle Abraham Lucas back next week. 2nd year receiver and special teams stand out Dareke Young is back at practice this week.

The 49ers are in Jacksonville Sunday looking to snap their three game losing streak. The Jaguars have won five in a row and are getting some run this week as being a team on the rise that could hand San Francisco their 4th straight loss. The 9ers are hoping Chase Young can contain Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville offense.