Oregon ends 10-game losing streak with win over Penn State
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Oregon snapped a 10-game losing streak with an 83-72 win Saturday over Penn State at Matthew Knight Arena. Senior center Nate Bittle, limited to 18 games by injuries, finished with 22 points, seven rebounds and five assists, while Takai Simpkins also added 22 points. Oregon (9-16, 2-12 Big Ten Conference) hadn’t tasted victory since Jan. 6 when it won at Maryland. Saturday’s win, in a game pitting the Big Ten’s bottom two teams, provided the team with some relief. “It’s been a long six weeks, that’s for sure, for them,” Oregon coach Dana Altman said. “As much or more than our staff.” The Nittany Lions (10-17, 2-13), ranked last in the conference in scoring defense, provided the perfect...