Otega Oweh: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 28

ESPN is disrespecting Kentucky star Otega Oweh ahead of the college basketball season

The college basketball season is right around the corner, and Kentucky fans are very excited to see just how good Mark Pope's team can be in his second year at the helm.

College Basketball News / A Sea of Blue / July 24

Thursday Headlines: Otega Oweh high on incoming Kentucky Basketball team

Oweh liked the way the team performed in the scrimmage against La Familia Coming off a breakout junior season that saw him average 16 points per game at Kentucky, Otega Oweh is expected to be a leader for the Wildcats this coming season and a possible contender for SEC Player of the Year.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 21

Mark Pope says Otega Oweh is playing some minutes at PG in practice

Kentucky is going to have a very deep backourt next season and might even end up being one of the deepest in college basketball. Mark Pope is going to have a plethora of options at each position, but Pope was asked on Monday in his press conference about the depth behind Jaland Lowe at point guard and who is stepping up behind him there.

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College Basketball News / A Sea of Blue / July 17

Otega Oweh and Tony Delk support Lexington SC throwback jerseys; could UK bring back the icicles?

Current Wildcat Otega Oweh praises Lexington SC’s retro look, which included support from Tony Delk, sparking calls for a Kentucky basketball throwback.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 16

Kentucky star Otega Oweh predicted to win SEC Player of the Year

Last season, the SEC had a dominant year in college basketball, and many considered it to be the best conference in college basketball history. In a historic conference, one of the best players was Kentucky star Otega Oweh.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 8

It's scary to think how good Otega Oweh can be with some offseason improvements

Last season, Kentucky star Otega Oweh put up massive numbers, which is why he earned All-SEC Second Team honors after leading Mark Pope's first Kentucky team in scoring.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / July 8

Who will start next to Otega Oweh and Jaland Lowe in the UK backcourt?

That third backcourt spot is a very intriguing position battle full of high-quality candidates. Greetings, BBN! When looking at who the Kentucky Wildcats’ starters will be next season, you can just about lock Otega Oweh and Jaland Lowe into the backcourt.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / July 2

Jaland Lowe shares high praise for the 2025-26 Kentucky backcourt

The newest Kentucky guard believes it is ‘the best in the country.’ The Kentucky Wildcats are on a mission to bring banner No. 9 back to Lexington this upcoming season and hang another banner inside Rupp Arena.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 1

Is Jon Rothstein correct in his prediction of Kentucky basketball's starting lineup?

Summer practice for the Kentucky basketball team is fully underway, and fans are starting to hear about which players are turning heads at camp. A lot of good reports have come out of practice that the Wildcats are starting to click early, and this team is looking as advertised.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / June 17

Kentucky basketball’s Mark Pope sets sky-high bar after Otega Oweh return

Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope is a believer in his team. Pope says the Kentucky team should be even better this season, following the announcement that Otega Oweh is coming back.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Kentucky Star Embraces NIL Era, Returns for Senior Season

Kentucky guard Otega Oweh has announced his return for his senior season after exploring the NBA Draft process. Following a breakout junior campaign in which he led the Wildcats in scoring (16.2 PPG), rebounds (4.7), assists (1.7), and steals (1.6), Oweh is projected to be one of the top guards in the nation.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / June 13

Kentucky’s Otega Oweh shrugs off new House settlement ruling

In late May, Kentucky basketball standout Otega Oweh decided to forgo the NBA draft and return for his final season, much to the delight of coach Marc Pope, who cried when he got the news. Not only is Oweh returning to Lexington, but he is also getting paid for it.

College Basketball News / NIL on SI / June 13

Kentucky Star Reveals The Truth About Locker Room Dynamics In The NIL Era

Kentucky guard Otega Oweh announced his return for his senior season after participating in the NBA Draft process. He is projected to be one of the best guards in the nation next season after a breakout All-SEC season as a junior.

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Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 13

Otega Oweh shared who will be the backup point guard for the Kentucky Wildcats

When Acaden Lewis left the Kentucky 2025 recruiting class, this left a void at the backup point guard position that has had some Kentucky fans concerned.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 11

Otega Oweh explains his reason for returning to Kentucky

It didn't take Otega Oweh until the last day to decide whether to come back to Kentucky or not. In fact, Oweh told media on Tuesday that he actually knew his decision a few days before the announcement, which is when he released a pre-recorded video announcing his return, made just in case he decided to come back.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 10

Otega Oweh is looking to improve his shooting throughout next season

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope has said previously this offseason that players in their second year in his system take a massive jump. That is what Otega Oweh is looking to do, this time as one of the few returning players, one that knows he needs to be a leader on the team.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 9

Mark Pope shared his reaction to finding out Otega Oweh was returning to Kentucky

The Kentucky Wildcats received massive news at the NBA Draft decision deadline as Otega Oweh announced he was coming back to Kentucky. Kentucky hosted some different camps this weekend, and a video surfaced of Oweh asking Coach Mark Pope to reenact how he reacted when Oweh called him to say he was coming back to Kentucky.

College Basketball News / Hoops Rumors / May 28

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After spending the 2024-25 season at Arkansas, 6-foot-6 wing Adou Thiero will be keeping his name in the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / May 28

Kentucky makes huge announcement about key player

Kentucky men's basketball makes huge announcement about key player

The Kentucky men's basketball team has lost several key players for the second consecutive offseason, but they are now officially getting one of them back.

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College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Kentucky Assistant Alvin Brooks III Gives Update on Otega Oweh’s Status

As the college basketball world closely monitors roster developments ahead of the 2025–26 season, Kentucky fans received a notable update on one of the team’s key returning players — Otega Oweh.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / April 15

Kentucky star Oweh makes big announcement about future

Kentucky star Otega Oweh makes big announcement about his future

Kentucky is set to lose several key players for the second consecutive offseason, and yet another Wildcats star is now one step closer to leaving Lexington.

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College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Otega Oweh: Kentucky Wildcats Clutch Scorer Nearing 1,000 Career Points

Otega Oweh has been a crucial part of Kentucky’s success this season, emerging as the team’s go-to scorer when the game is on the line. His latest performance against No.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / February 27

Kentucky basketball’s Otega Oweh drops truth bomb on heroics after Oklahoma fans’ ‘traitor’ chants

The Kentucky basketball and Oklahoma game on Wednesday featured Wildcats guard Otega Oweh. After he left the Sooners for Kentucky, many of the fans were awaiting his return.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 26

Otega Oweh's late layup lifts No. 17 Kentucky over Oklahoma

Otega Oweh flipped in the game-winning layup with six seconds left to give No. 17 Kentucky a hard-fought 83-82 win over Oklahoma on Wednesday in its first-ever game at Norman, Okla.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 27

Watch: No. 17 Kentucky escapes with win over Oklahoma after wild finish

No. 17 Kentucky went into a tough road environment and escaped with a thrilling 83-82 win over Oklahoma on Wednesday to keep the Sooners' NCAA Tournament hopes in jeopardy.

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College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Otega Oweh Set for Homecoming as Kentucky Faces Oklahoma

Kentucky guard Otega Oweh is preparing for a meaningful return to Norman, Oklahoma, as the Wildcats take on the Sooners on Wednesday night. The junior guard spent two seasons with the Sooners before transferring to Kentucky, making this a unique and emotional matchup for him.