Photos: Oregon dominates Liberty in the first round of March Madness, 81-52

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TJ Bamba looks on after being subbed out of the game. Oregon Basketball takes on Liberty in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle, Wa. on Mar 21, 2025.
TJ Bamba looks on after being subbed out of the game. Oregon Basketball takes on Liberty in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle, Wa. on Mar 21, 2025.
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Oregon's players get announced in pregame. Oregon Basketball takes on Liberty in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle, Wa. on Mar 21, 2025.
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