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Dana Altman Updates Jackson Shelstad's Injury Status Moving Forward
- Shelstad is likely out for the season after a hand injury that may require surgery, with a six to eight week return timeline if surgery is performed.
- Shelstad averaged 15.6 points and 4.9 assists before his injury, making his absence a major blow for Oregon's offense.
- Nate Bittle is out for at least a month with a lower-body injury, further depleting Oregon's frontcourt depth.
- Oregon currently sits at 8-10 overall and 1-6 in Big Ten play, underscoring mounting postseason chances concerns.
- In Shelstad’s absence, Wei Lin has stepped up with double-figure scoring in the Ducks' last four games.
- Sean Stewart has stepped up, averaging 7.2 points and 5.8 rebounds per game for Oregon.
- Oregon faces Michigan State next, then a road game at Washington, testing resilience without Shelstad.
- Coach Dana Altman remains focused on keeping Oregon competitive amid the injuries and adjusted rotations.
- The Ducks hope to translate toughness from their late-game effort against Michigan into future performances.
- The Ducks are focusing on next opponents to maintain momentum despite injuries.
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