Otega Oweh selected by Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:52 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Otega Oweh was selected 41st overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2026 NBA Draft after a standout career at Kentucky. Following a strong performance with averages of 18.6 points and 4.8 rebounds per game in his senior season, Oweh solidified his position as one of the top players from Kentucky. His selection places him alongside former Wildcats Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Cason Wallace in OKC, raising expectations for the Thunder's championship aspirations. Oweh's rise included a memorable half-court shot that contributed to his team's performance in the NCAA Tournament, making a significant impact during his time in Lexington.
- •Oweh averaged 18.6 points and 4.8 rebounds in his senior year.
- •He made a clutch half-court shot in the NCAA Tournament.
- •Oweh joins former Wildcats Gilgeous-Alexander and Wallace in OKC.
- •Most draft projections placed him late in the second round.
- •Oweh's selection continues Kentucky's strong presence in the NBA.
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — Otega Oweh joins Oklahoma City Thunder after Kentucky run
- 1:09 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Basketball star Otega Oweh goes to OKC Thunder in 2026 NBA Draft
"Otega Oweh left a lasting impression on BBN. Now, he’s ready to begin his NBA career with a pair of former Wildcats.
"After a breakout season at Kentucky and a clutch buzzer beater, Otega Oweh joins the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 1:52 AMOtega Oweh joins Oklahoma City Thunder after Kentucky run
After a breakout season at Kentucky and a clutch buzzer beater, Otega Oweh joins the Oklahoma City Thunder.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 1:09 AMKentucky Basketball star Otega Oweh goes to OKC Thunder in 2026 NBA Draft
Otega Oweh left a lasting impression on BBN. Now, he’s ready to begin his NBA career with a pair of former Wildcats.
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