STACKED FOR GREATNESS: If Otega Oweh Returns, This Kentucky Roster Might Be the Deepest and Most Dangerous in the Nation
Lexington, KY — The buzz surrounding Kentucky Basketball has reached a fever pitch, and for good reason. If former Oklahoma guard Otega Oweh opts to return to Lexington, the Wildcats’ 2024-2025 roster could be among the most loaded in the country — perhaps even in recent program history.
The Big Blue Nation is already celebrating a whirlwind offseason, headlined by a new era under head coach Mark Pope, who has infused the program with elite talent, experience, and versatility. But the potential return of Oweh, a dynamic two-way guard known for his athleticism and elite perimeter defense, could push Kentucky over the top and cement its place as a national championship contender.
Here’s a look at Kentucky’s potential 2024-2025 roster if Oweh returns:
Denzel Aberdeen (Florida transfer) – A steady backcourt presence and sharpshooter.
Collin Chandler – Former top-40 recruit returning from a mission, dynamic scorer and slasher.
Mouhamed Dioubate (Alabama transfer) – Tenacious defender and rebounder, brings toughness.
Brandon Garrison (Kentucky returnee) – Dominant interior presence and rim protector.
Braydon Hawthorne – Recent 5-star commit, freakish length (7’3” wingspan) and athleticism.
Andrija Jelavic – International sharpshooter with high basketball IQ.
Jasper Johnson – Top-tier 2025 recruit with a silky scoring touch and elite upside.
Jaland Lowe (Pitt transfer) – True floor general who adds poise and leadership at PG.
Malachi Moreno – 7-foot defensive anchor and shot-blocking machine.
Trent Noah – High-motor forward with shooting range and blue-collar mentality.
Otega Oweh – Explosive athlete and elite defender who can score in transition and guard multiple positions.
Reece Potter – Skilled big man with stretch potential and inside-out scoring tools.
Jayden Quaintance – Former top-10 recruit, high-upside big with NBA physical tools.
Kam Williams (Tulane transfer) – Crafty lefty guard who provides instant offense.
A Perfect Storm of Talent, Depth, and Versatility
This group combines the best of every basketball element: length, shooting, size, speed, defense, experience, and youthful energy. Few programs — if any — in the nation can boast this kind of depth across all five positions. More importantly, Kentucky’s potential rotations under Pope give them unmatched flexibility in matchups.
From a starting five that could look like Lowe, Oweh, Chandler, Garrison, and Dioubate, to a bench unit with NBA-ready prospects and 5-star freshmen, the Wildcats appear primed to run a 10–12-man rotation and wear down teams over the course of 40 minutes.
