Otega Oweh to Return to Kentucky Wildcats for 2024–25 Season, Boosting Expectations
In a major win for the Kentucky Wildcats, standout guard Otega Oweh has announced he will return for the 2024–25 college basketball season. Oweh, who transferred from Oklahoma and quickly became a key contributor under new head coach Mark Pope, brings stability, athleticism, and leadership to a Kentucky roster aiming for a deeper NCAA Tournament run next season.
Oweh averaged 13.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.6 steals per game last season, making his presence felt on both ends of the floor. His aggressive defense, explosive transition play, and ability to finish at the rim made him one of Kentucky’s most reliable performers throughout the year. With his return, the Wildcats retain not only a high-level talent but also a vocal on-court leader.
Coach Pope has praised Oweh’s work ethic and competitiveness, calling him “the kind of player every program needs to win at the highest level.” Oweh’s decision to stay comes at a time when many of Kentucky’s younger stars are either testing the NBA waters or graduating, making his return all the more important for continuity and experience.
Oweh’s commitment signals to recruits and fans that Kentucky is poised for a strong 2024–25 campaign. Paired with a highly ranked recruiting class and returning talent, expectations are already building in Lexington for a Final Four push. His return also gives Pope a reliable veteran around whom to structure his offensive and defensive schemes.
Wildcat fans have much to be excited about as the offseason progresses. Oweh’s announcement reinforces the culture of loyalty and drive that Coach Pope is cultivating. If last season was about building a foundation, this coming season could be about making a serious run at championship glory—with Otega Oweh leading the charge.
