Rebounding Oregon prepares to host sluggish Minnesota

In a season filled with disappointment, Oregon has a chance to create a small bright spot.

The Ducks will go for back-to-back wins when they tip off against Minnesota in a Big Ten Conference matchup Tuesday night in Eugene, Ore.

Oregon (9-16, 2-12 Big 10) is coming off an 83-72 win at home against Penn State on Saturday. That snapped a 10-game losing streak for the Ducks, who have endured a trying season that has been filled with injuries and inconsistency.

Ducks coach Dana Altman...