Otega Oweh withdraws from NBA draft, to return to Kentucky

Otega Oweh, despite receiving NBA draft offers, chose to return to Kentucky for his senior season to refine his game and aim for a national championship, with a deadline of 11:59 p.m. ET on Friday night. A standout performer at Kentucky, he averaged career-highs in points, rebounds, and steals, and scored 20 or more points eight times, including two game-winning performances against Oklahoma while averaging 27.5 points over the season. His strong defensive presence as a top prospect continues to earn interest beyond the NBA, solidifying Kentucky's chances for a competitive future with key players poised to elevate the team in the upcoming season.