Duke Advances to Sweet 16 With Gritty Win Over Oregon

The Blue Devils overcame the absence of leading scorer Toby Fournier and a halftime deficit, led by Ashlon Jackson's stellar third-quarter performance.

Ashlon Jackson scored 14 of her 20 points in the third quarter, leading Duke's 59-53 victory over Oregon in the NCAA Women's Tournament's second round.
Duke played without leading scorer Toby Fournier, who was sidelined due to illness, showcasing the team's depth and resilience.
Oregon's defense kept the game competitive, but their offensive struggles, including a six-minute drought in the third quarter, proved costly.
This marks the first time Duke has reached back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances since their streak of Elite Eight finishes ended in 2013.
Duke will face the winner of the North Carolina vs. West Virginia game in the Sweet 16, set to take place in Birmingham, Alabama.