Indianapolis, Indiana — A season that began with so much promise for Iowa ended with a thud.
Gary Dolphin with the call on the Hawkeye Network. Oregon took control with a 10-0 run to close the opening half then blew the game open in the second half in a 95-80 win. The Ducks shredded the Hawkeye defense for 56 percent shooting and 11 three pointers.
The Hawkeyes came up short in their bid to return to the Sweet-16 for the first time since 1999.
Iowa ends the season with a record of 22-9 and McCaffery says it has been an incredible journey.
Luka Garza wrapped up his brilliant career with 36 points and nine rebounds while Joe Wieskamp added 17. Those are the only points the Hawkeyes got from their starters as Oregon’s guard court dominated the game.
It was a disappointing ending for an Iowa team that had high hopes of a deep run in the tournament.
Garza on his collegiate career coming to an end.
