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Will an NBA team give Kentucky star Otega Oweh a chance?

Will an NBA team give Kentucky star Otega Oweh a chance?

Otega Oweh’s college basketball career has officially come to an end as the Wildcats lost to Iowa State in the NCAA Tournament. Oweh spent two years at Oklahoma and two years in Lexington playing for Mark Pope.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 25
Mark Pope needs to reach out to this elite freshman guard in the transfer portal

Mark Pope needs to reach out to this elite freshman guard in the transfer portal

The transfer portal is not open yet, but players have already announced their intention to hit the portal once it does open on the 7th of April. One player who did announce his intention to hit the portal when it opens is Portland freshman point guard Joel Foxwell.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 24
The departure of a Kentucky assistant coach will really hurt the Wildcats chances with Tyran Stokes

The departure of a Kentucky assistant coach will really hurt the Wildcats chances with Tyran Stokes

It was announced this evening that Kentucky assistant coach Jason Hart is leaving to go be the associate head coach at SMU. Hart will go work for Andy Enfield, whom he worked for at USC previously.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 24
How Mark Pope handles the power forward position this offseason will be very important

How Mark Pope handles the power forward position this offseason will be very important

One of the most interesting offseason decisions Mark Pope will have to make is what to do at the power forward position. Both Mo Dioubate and Andrija Jelavic have eligibility left, so theoretically both could be back next season.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 24
Three priorities for Kentucky's Mark Pope in the transfer portal

Three priorities for Kentucky's Mark Pope in the transfer portal

It is almost transfer portal time as the transfer portal is set to open up on April 7th, and Kentucky fans are excited to see what Coach Mark Pope will be able to do to improve the roster for the 2026-27 season.

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24
Kentucky coach addresses Yaxel Lendeborg's $7-$9 million NIL claim

Kentucky coach addresses Yaxel Lendeborg's $7-$9 million NIL claim

Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball head coach Mark Pope is facing a long offseason.

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Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 23
Three Kentucky Wildcats who could enter the transfer portal

Three Kentucky Wildcats who could enter the transfer portal

The 2025-26 season has come to an end for the Kentucky Wildcats, so now it is time for Mark Pope to start looking to add new talent for next year's team.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 23
College basketball analyst believes Kentucky fans need to temper expectations

College basketball analyst believes Kentucky fans need to temper expectations

There is no prouder program in college basketball than Kentucky, and there is no fanbase better than Big Blue Nation. Kentucky fans expect greatness from their basketball program, but at the same time, they show up for their teams better than any program in the nation.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 23
Three things Mark Pope must get done this offseason for Kentucky to succeed next year

Three things Mark Pope must get done this offseason for Kentucky to succeed next year

The 2025-26 season came to an end for the Kentucky Wildcats on Sunday as they lost to the Iowa State Cyclones in the Round of 32. Fans didn’t expect a deep run for the Wildcats, but now Mark Pope and the coaching staff have a ton of work to do to get this roster ready for next season.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 22
Mark Pope was disappointed with how injuries affected this season for Kentucky

Mark Pope was disappointed with how injuries affected this season for Kentucky

Kentucky just lost to Iowa State in the Round of 32 to finish the 2025-26 season. This was a season filled with a ton of frustration and disappointment.

Otega Oweh News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 22
Otega Oweh, Denzel Aberdeen reflect on their time at Kentucky

Otega Oweh, Denzel Aberdeen reflect on their time at Kentucky

Throughout Kentucky's up-and-down season that ended in a 82-63 loss to Iowa State in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, two veteran Wildcats proved to be warriors in their final year of college basketball.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 22
Tamin Lipsey carries Iowa State to Sweet 16

Tamin Lipsey carries Iowa State to Sweet 16 in dominant performance against Kentucky 

It turns out the Iowa State Cyclones can win without star senior forward Joshua Jefferson. 

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Otega Oweh News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 21
Otega Oweh has everyone talking about his epic shot against Santa Clara

Otega Oweh has everyone talking about his epic shot against Santa Clara

The college basketball world has not stopped talking about Otega Oweh's massive buzzer-beater in regulation against Santa Clara to send the game to overytime where the Wildcats eventually picked up the win.

Brandon Garrison News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / March 20
Brandon Garrison and Mo Dioubate also deserve praise in the win over Santa Clara

Brandon Garrison and Mo Dioubate also deserve praise in the win over Santa Clara

Kentucky was able to get the win over Santa Clara in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in part because of Otega Oweh, who sent it to overtime with a three at the buzzer, but it was the play from the big men off the bench that also need to be noted in the 89-84 win on Friday.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Athlon Sports / March 21
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes reacts to Kentucky game

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes reacts to Kentucky game

Amid his recovery during the offseason, Mahomes is still finding time for other sports.

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College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / March 20
Santa Clara vs Kentucky: Prediction, Preview, Odds

Santa Clara vs Kentucky: Prediction, Preview, Odds

It’s on to day two of the Round of 64, and I will break down the matchup between the Santa Clara Broncos and the Kentucky Wildcats. This contest will take place at Enterprise Center in St Louis, Missouri.

Otega Oweh News / Stadium Rant / March 16
Kentucky Vs. Santa Clara Preview: Key Matchups, Predictions, And Players To Watch”

Kentucky Vs. Santa Clara Preview: Key Matchups, Predictions, And Players To Watch”

A game between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Santa Clara Broncos is just the type of matchup that often becomes a trendy upset pick. The Wildcats and Broncos will do battle on Friday at 12:15 ET to kick off the madness and with so much on the line, it’s critical to get off to a hot start.

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