Oweh's OT Heroics Propel Kentucky to NCAA Victory

0:00On March 20, Kentucky Wildcats pulled off a heart-pounding overtime victory against Santa Claire Broncos in the first round of the men's NCAA. Tournament on March 20, 20, 2026. Guard Otega Owe stole the show with a career high 35 points, including a clutch three-pointer at the buzzer to force overtime after Santa. Claire took a late lead. Ofer dominated the second half with 22 points and added six more in overtime, shooting 11 of 24 from the floor. His line of at least 27 points, eight rebounds and seven assists marked the first such performance in tournament history since Larry Bird. Coach Mark Pope praised Owe's poise under pressure, noting he's delivered game winners time and again. Fans and players erupted in celebration at Enterprise Center in St. Louis as the shot banked in perfectly. This win puts Kentucky among the most prolific scorers in program history for two season players and advances them to the second round.

1:01Expect more fireworks from the Wildcats on Sunday as they chase deeper into March Madness.