Otega Oweh

Name: Otega Oweh

Age: 22

Birth Date: June 21st, 2003

Height: 6’4”

Weight: 220 lbs

College: University of Kentucky

Class: Senior

Position: Guard 

NBA Player Comparison: Marcus Smart / Alex Caruso

Strength:

Defense & Intangibles:

• Premier on ball defender with First Team All Defense potential.

• Exceptional instincts, jumps passing lanes, disrupts actions, and has rare shot blocking skills for a guard.

• Highly attentive on both ends, consistently engaged and locked in on assignment.

• Plays with nonstop energy and hustle. willing to dive on the floor and make effort plays that shift momentum.

• Strong rebounder for his position due to timing, motor, and athleticism.

  
  

Athleticism & Physical Tools:

• Explosive vertical athlete with strong acceleration and burst.

• Functions as both a lob threat and an accurate lob passer.

• Able to finish through contact with body control and strength.

• Attacks the paint with force, making him a dangerous downhill slasher.

  
  

Offensive Impact:

• Reliable free throw shooter who converts when fouled.

• Good finisher around the rim and can draw fouls consistently.

• Shows average but functional playmaking skills, makes the right reads and keeps the ball moving.

• Capable catch and shoot option with developing floor spacing ability.

• Moves well off the ball and positions himself effectively within offensive actions.

• Fits the profile of a solid 3 and D guard with growing offensive competency.

  
  

Weakness:

Offensive Development:

• Needs to continue improving his perimeter jumper for greater scoring versatility.

• Limited ability to create offense off the dribble, must develop more advanced shot creation skills.

  
  

Intangibles / Behavior:

• Body language can become visibly negative when frustrated or when calls don’t go his way.

• Must develop better composure and emotional control to avoid affecting team rhythm.

Injury History:

• Late August of 2025 - Mid October of 2025 - Turf Toe

Otega Oweh suffered a foot injury during summer practice near the end of Kentucky’s eight week summer workout session. The injury was later confirmed to be turf toe, and it forced the senior guard to wear a walking boot. Otega Oweh ended up missing about 10 weeks because of the injury. He was fully healthy and made his return to practice in mid October 2025.

Extra Notes:

A high energy, defense first guard with sharp instincts and high basketball IQ, he consistently impacts the game through on-ball pressure, passing lane disruptions, and relentless hustle. He attacks downhill with purpose, finishes through contact, and provides functional playmaking while showing potential as a catch-and-shoot, 3 and D threat. Continued development as a shooter and creator, along with improved composure, will be key to maximizing his two-way impact.