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Oweh Shines in Return: Kentucky Basketball Readies for Season

10/15/2025

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Otega Oweh, a Kentucky men's basketball player, has returned to full practice after a 10-week absence due to a turf toe injury.
Coach Mark Pope highlighted Oweh's strong performance in his first live scrimmage, including a steal and dunk.
Oweh, named SEC preseason player of the year, expressed enthusiasm about his return.
Teammate Jayden Quaintance is recovering from ACL surgery, with no return date set, but Pope is optimistic about his progress.
Kentucky's first game is on November 4 against Nicholls.

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Otega Oweh, a Kentucky men's basketball player, has returned to full practice after a 10-week absence due to a turf toe injury.
Coach Mark Pope highlighted Oweh's strong performance in his first live scrimmage, including a steal and dunk.
Oweh, named SEC preseason player of the year, expressed enthusiasm about his return.
Teammate Jayden Quaintance is recovering from ACL surgery, with no return date set, but Pope is optimistic about his progress.
Kentucky's first game is on November 4 against Nicholls.