Otega Oweh selected by Thunder in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Otega Oweh, former Kentucky Wildcats guard, was selected 41st overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2026 NBA Draft held last week. Oweh, a standout player, was part of the Wildcats' NCAA Tournament run and chose to return for an additional year at Kentucky to further develop his skills. He joins former Wildcats Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Cason Wallace on the Thunder roster, contributing to the team that previously won the 2025 NBA championship. A behind-the-scenes feature showcased Oweh's draft experience, reflecting his dedication and anticipation leading up to this milestone.
- •Oweh was taken 41st overall in the NBA Draft.
- •He joins Oklahoma City Thunder after a strong college career.
- •Oweh previously opted for a final year at Kentucky.
- •The Thunder roster includes other Kentucky alumni.
- •A feature film highlights Oweh's draft journey.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats News: Otega Oweh Realizes NBA Dream
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