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Contract Done and Sealed — Penn State Basketball Signs Kentucky Wildcats’ Otega Oweh for $2,500 NIL Deal
State College, PA — May 28, 2025
In a surprising twist just hours after his departure from the Kentucky Wildcats was made public, standout guard Otega Oweh has signed a deal to join the Penn State Nittany Lions men’s basketball program. The contract, finalized Tuesday afternoon, includes a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agreement reportedly valued at $2,500 — a modest but symbolic deal that seals his commitment to Penn State.
Oweh, a 6-foot-5 defensive powerhouse with a growing offensive arsenal, is expected to make an immediate impact on the Nittany Lions’ roster. His addition gives Penn State a much-needed boost in backcourt depth and veteran leadership as head coach Mike Rhoades continues building a competitive Big Ten contender.
The $2,500 NIL deal — while relatively small compared to some of the eye-popping figures in today’s transfer market — is believed to be part of a broader endorsement and media package that could expand as Oweh’s profile grows within the program.
“This is a huge pickup for us,” said a source close to Penn State Athletics. “Oweh brings intensity, experience, and toughness. He fits exactly what we’re building in Happy Valley.”
Oweh’s move comes after a strong season with Kentucky, where he averaged 13.8 points and earned a reputation as one of the SEC’s most versatile guards. His sudden entry into the transfer portal this morning caught many by surprise, but his swift commitment to Penn State suggests a clear vision for his next chapter.
The Wildcats have yet to release an official statement on Oweh’s exit, but fans are already expressing mixed emotions — grateful for his contributions but stunned by the abrupt move.
Penn State is expected to formally introduce Oweh later this week. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.