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Part of starting lineup Bittle is part of the Ducks' starting lineup Saturday versus Arizona.

Impact Bittle is part of Oregon's starting lineup for the first time since Nov. 24. Quincy Guerrier will be a backup Sunday.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores three in return Bittle notched three points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one block over 11 minutes during Thursday's 68-41 loss to Colorado.

Impact Bittle returned from an eight-game absence Thursday and didn't play a significant role for the Ducks, but it was encouraging to see him back from his foot injury. It wouldn't be surprising to see his playing time tick up as he regains his conditioning.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning against Buffs Bittle (foot) will be available for Thursday's game against Colorado, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Bittle is one of three Ducks that will be available for coach Dana Altman against the Buffs. Bittle did not play at all in December due to a foot issue. He was averaging 6.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game before going down.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP vs. Oregon State Bittle (foot) did not play during the Ducks' 77-68 win Saturday versus Oregon State.

Impact Bittle sat out all games the Ducks played during December. Currently, their next matchup is scheduled to be at Colorado on Jan. 5.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in next three contests Bittle (foot) is out for the next three games, Matt Prehm of 247sports.com reports.

Impact Bittle has already missed the last four games due to a left foot injury. The sophomore big man was averaging 6.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 19.8 minutes across six games before suffering his injury. Bittle's next chance to play will be Oregon's matchup with Oregon State on Dec. 31.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Saturday Bittle (foot) will remain sidelined for Saturday's game against Nevada, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Bittle has been sidelined since Nov. 25 due to a foot injury. He has averaged 6.2 points and 5.0 rebounds per game when healthy this season. His next chance to return will come Wednesday versus UC Riverside.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Bittle (foot) did not play in Sunday's 65-56 loss to UCLA.

Impact Sunday marked Bittle's third straight game while dealing with a foot injury. Kel'el Ware has continued to start in Bittle's place as it still remains unclear when Bittle will return.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Sunday Bittle (foot) will not suit up for Oregon's Sunday matchup against Villanova, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Bittle has struggled to make an impact the last two games going scoreless in both contests. The sophomore center is averaging 6.2 points and 5.0 rebounds per night. With him out of the lineup, expect Kel'el Ware to see increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 off the bench Bittle recorded 10 points (4-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 17 minutes during Monday's 80-45 victory over Florida A&M.

Impact Bittle managed 10 points in just 17 minutes of action during Monday's blowout win over Florida A&M. The 7-foot sophomore appeared in 23 games for the Ducks last season, contributing 1.7 points, 1.9 rebounds and 0.7 blocks on 6.9 minutes per game. It is unclear how large of a role Bittle will have this season, but he is off to a solid start for Oregon.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Improved outside shooting Bittle has turned heads with his shooting prowess during the preseason, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Bittle only shot 52.9 percent from the free throw line and 20.0 percent from three last season, albeit in only 6.9 minutes per game. However, if the 7-footer can be a real outside threat, Oregon will be a formidable team to stop. Bittle is in line to be the team's starting center this season.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE