Otega Oweh already established himself as a premier scorer in the SEC. After a phenomenal junior season, his decision to test the NBA Draft waters was no surprise. He impressed at the combine, showcasing the athleticism and scoring punch that led to averages of 16.2 points and 4.7 rebounds per game in 2024. That scoring clip was one of the best at Kentucky in recent memory, trailing only legends like Oscar Tshiebwe and Antonio Reeves. He ultimately returned to Lexington, and the expectation was simple: Oweh would be the team's offensive engine.
But something else is happening behind the closed doors of the Joe Craft Center—a transformation that has Head Coach Mark Pope borderline speechless.