Michigan Wolverines Defeat Oregon Ducks 81-71
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Matthew Knight Arena
Michigan Wolverines 81, Oregon Ducks 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Oregon Ducks?
Michigan Wolverines beat Oregon Ducks 81-71 at Matthew Knight Arena on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Michigan Wolverines vs Oregon Ducks?
Michigan Wolverines were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2800 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Michigan Wolverines secured an 81-71 victory over the Oregon Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena. This game highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Michigan maintaining a strong season record of 16-1, while Oregon fell to 8-10. The Wolverines entered this game on a one-game winning streak, having won nine of their last ten games, while the Ducks were struggling, having lost their last three games.
Michigan has been particularly impressive offensively, averaging 94.6 points over their last ten games, while allowing only 68.7 points. In contrast, Oregon averaged 76.6 points scored but allowed 73.9 points during the same span. The Ducks' recent form has been challenging, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, including a loss to the Nebraska Cornhuskers just days before this matchup, where they were defeated 90-55.
The Wolverines have demonstrated their strength both at home and on the road, boasting a home record of 6-1 and an away record of 3-0. Oregon, meanwhile, has struggled at home with a record of 3-3 and has only won one of their last four games away from home. In their previous meeting during the 2025 season, Oregon lost to Michigan 80-76, marking this game as a chance for redemption that ultimately did not materialize.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, which suggests both sides were at full strength for this encounter. The betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated Michigan as heavy favorites, with a spread of 18.5 points and a moneyline of -2800, while Oregon's moneyline was set at 1300. The total points for the game was set at 157.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring affair.
The conditions in the arena were typical for a college basketball game, with a lively atmosphere that often accompanies such matchups. Fans witnessed a series of scoring plays that defined the game, including multiple layups from Michigan's Elliot Cadeau, who played a pivotal role in the second half. Cadeau's contributions helped extend Michigan's lead, particularly as they pulled away in the latter stages of the game.
Overall, this fixture was significant not only for the immediate implications on the standings but also for the narrative of both teams as they navigate their respective seasons. Michigan continues to assert itself as a dominant force, while Oregon faces challenges that they must address moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MICH -18.5 | 157.5 o -110 / u -110 | Michigan Wolverines -2800 · Oregon Ducks +1300 |
Leaders
- PointsSean Stewart22Oregon Ducks
- AssistsWei Lin4Oregon Ducks
- ReboundsSean Stewart8Oregon Ducks
- PointsElliot Cadeau17Michigan Wolverines
- AssistsElliot Cadeau5Michigan Wolverines
- ReboundsYaxel Lendeborg10Michigan Wolverines
Recent form
Oregon Ducks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L376.6 scored · 73.9 allowed per game3-3 at home
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- W64-54at Maryland TerrapinsJan 3
- W80-57vs Omaha MavericksDec 29
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- W94-69vs Portland PilotsDec 18
- W104-62vs UC Davis AggiesDec 13
- L63-74at UCLA BruinsDec 6
- L77-82vs USC TrojansDec 3
Michigan Wolverines
Last 10: 9-1Streak W194.6 scored · 68.7 allowed per game3-0 away
- W82-72at Washington HuskiesJan 15
- L88-91vs Wisconsin BadgersJan 10
- W74-72at Penn State Nittany LionsJan 7
- W96-66vs USC TrojansJan 3
- W112-71vs McNeese CowboysDec 30
- W102-50vs La Salle ExplorersDec 21
- W101-83at Maryland TerrapinsDec 14
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- W101-60vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsDec 6
- W101-61vs Gonzaga BulldogsNov 27
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Michigan Wolverines | Oregon Ducks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-51 | 27-64 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 9-23 | 6-18 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 33 |
| Free throws | 22-30 | 11-16 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 15 |
| Assists | 15 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 7 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 32 |
| Fouls | 14 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 91 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half38-38Aday Mara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half39-38Aday Mara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half40-38Aday Mara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half40-41Wei Lin makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half40-43Sean Stewart makes 19-foot jumper (Wei Lin assists)
- 2nd Half43-43Nimari Burnett makes 22-foot three point jumper (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half43-45Sean Stewart makes layup (Devon Pryor assists)
- 2nd Half46-45Elliot Cadeau makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nimari Burnett assists)
- 2nd Half46-47Devon Pryor makes 2-foot dunk (Takai Simpkins assists)
- 2nd Half48-47Nimari Burnett makes 0-foot dunk (Aday Mara assists)
- 2nd Half50-47Aday Mara makes 1-foot dunk (Nimari Burnett assists)
- 2nd Half52-47Aday Mara makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-47Aday Mara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-49Sean Stewart makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-49Aday Mara makes layup
- 2nd Half56-49Aday Mara makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-49Elliot Cadeau makes layup
- 2nd Half58-51Takai Simpkins makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half58-53Kwame Evans Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half61-53L.J. Cason makes 24-foot three point jumper (Roddy Gayle Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-55Takai Simpkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-55Roddy Gayle Jr. makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half65-55Morez Johnson Jr. makes layup (Aday Mara assists)
- 2nd Half66-55Roddy Gayle Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-56Kwame Evans Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-56Morez Johnson Jr. makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half68-59Drew Carter makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-59L.J. Cason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-62Kwame Evans Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Wei Lin assists)
- 2nd Half71-62Morez Johnson Jr. makes layup (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half71-64Sean Stewart makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half74-64Will Tschetter makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half74-66Takai Simpkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-68Sean Stewart makes layup (Devon Pryor assists)
- 2nd Half76-68Elliot Cadeau makes layup
- 2nd Half78-68Morez Johnson Jr. makes layup (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half78-71Dezdrick Lindsay makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kwame Evans Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half79-71Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-71Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-71Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Oregon Ducks, below favours Michigan Wolverines.
Venue
- Matthew Knight ArenaEugene, OR
- Attendance8750
- OfficialsKevin Brill, Mike Reed, Edwin Young
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