In a tense NCAA tournament match, Ashlon Jackson scored 14 of her total 20 points in the third quarter, leading No. 2 seed Duke to a narrow 59-53 win against 10th-seeded Oregon. Duke played without their leading scorer, Toby Fournier, due to illness. Jackson’s pivotal contributions, including her outstanding 5-of-9 shooting from three-point range, helped Duke overcome a halftime deficit. The team’s victory marks a significant achievement, as it is their first back-to-back Sweet 16 appearance since 2013. Duke will face the winner of the upcoming North Carolina and West Virginia matchup next.
Ashlon Jackson propelled Duke to a 59-53 victory over Oregon, scoring 14 of her 20 points in a pivotal third quarter despite the absence of leading scorer Toby Fournier.
Jackson's performance marked a remarkable transformation in the game, as her shooting ignited a pivotal 16-1 run, showcasing Duke's depth without their top scorer.
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