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Kentucky's Oweh Hits Buzzer-Beater, Secures Overtime Win

3/22/2026

Summary

Oweh's Overtime Heroics

Otega Oweh of the University of Kentucky hit a 40-foot buzzer-beater to tie the game against Santa Clara, sending it to overtime, and Kentucky won 89-84.
Oweh scored 35 points, including 28 in the second half and overtime.
Denzel Aberdeen's quick thinking allowed Oweh to receive the ball after Santa Clara took the lead, preventing a potential timeout.
Oweh's buzzer-beater earned him an NIL deal with Buffalo Wild Wings.

History

Historical Context

The 1984 NCAA Basketball Tournament marked a pivotal moment in college sports, drawing over 30 million viewers and showcasing the Georgetown Hoyas' victory. This event highlighted the sport's cultural significance and set the stage for the commercialization of college athletics. Today, athletes like Otega Oweh capitalize on their performances through NIL deals, reflecting the ongoing evolution of opportunities and fan engagement in college sports.

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Oweh's Overtime Heroics

Otega Oweh of the University of Kentucky hit a 40-foot buzzer-beater to tie the game against Santa Clara, sending it to overtime, and Kentucky won 89-84.
Oweh scored 35 points, including 28 in the second half and overtime.
Denzel Aberdeen's quick thinking allowed Oweh to receive the ball after Santa Clara took the lead, preventing a potential timeout.
Oweh's buzzer-beater earned him an NIL deal with Buffalo Wild Wings.

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