SEATTLE (Interstat) — The Washington Huskies defeated the Oregon Ducks 51-43 in a defensive-minded women’s basketball game Sunday at Hec Edmundson Pavilion.

Washington built a commanding 22-9 lead after the first quarter, but Oregon responded with a 19-5 second-quarter run to take a 28-27 halftime lead. The Huskies regained control in a low-scoring second half, holding the Ducks to just 15 points after the break. Sayvia Sellers led Washington with 17 points. Sarah Rambus scored 12 for Oregon.

Both teams struggled offensively, combining to shoot just 32 percent from the floor. Washington improved to 19-7 overall, while Oregon fell to 18-9.