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Oregon Ducks depend on transfer guards for upcoming basketball season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 12:57 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Oregon Ducks depend on transfer guards for upcoming basketball season
Summary

Oregon men's basketball, under coach Dana Altman, looks to reshape its identity next season with new talent from the transfer portal. After a disappointing 12-20 finish, the Ducks added guards Fred Payne, Jasper Johnson, and Jerry Easter II to improve their performance. CBS Sports ranks Oregon 15th in a pre-season assessment of the Big Ten, indicating low expectations despite hopes of a turnaround. The team aims to integrate these players effectively, particularly focusing on the roles of Payne and Johnson for offensive leadership. Oregon will face a key test in November during the Players Era tournament.

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  • •Oregon finished last season with a 12-20 record.
  • •New transfers include Fred Payne, Jasper Johnson, and Jerry Easter II.
  • •CBS Sports ranks Oregon 15th in early Big Ten predictions.
  • •The Ducks aim to adapt their roster for better offensive efficiency.
  • •Oregon will compete in the Players Era tournament in November.
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  • 12:57 PMYahoo Sports — Oregon men’s basketball’s season depends on transfer guards, per CBS Sports
What they're saying
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CBS Sports has low expectation for Oregon next season on the hardwood, but the Ducks' season hinges upon two transfer guards.

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