In a thrilling SEC Tournament second-round matchup on March 13, 2025, the Kentucky Wildcats edged out the Oklahoma Sooners with a nail-biting 85-84 victory at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. 
The Wildcats, seeded sixth, appeared to have the game under control, leading by 10 points with just 1:20 remaining. However, the 14th-seeded Sooners mounted a remarkable comeback, culminating in freshman Jeremiah Fears driving to the basket and scoring with 5.6 seconds left, giving Oklahoma a brief 84-83 lead.
Kentucky’s Otega Oweh, a former Sooner who transferred to the Wildcats, responded by sinking a baseline jumper with only 0.5 seconds remaining, securing the win for Kentucky. This clutch performance mirrored his previous game-winning shot against Oklahoma on February 26, underscoring his pivotal role in both encounters.
Oweh led Kentucky with 27 points, while teammate Koby Brea contributed 22 points, and Andrew Carr added 11. For Oklahoma, Fears delivered an impressive 28 points, showcasing his potential despite the loss.
This victory propels Kentucky into the SEC Tournament quarterfinals, where they are set to face the third-seeded Alabama Crimson Tide. The Wildcats aim to continue their pursuit of their first SEC Tournament title since 2018.
The game was marked by intense competition and dramatic lead changes, epitomizing the excitement of March basketball and the high stakes of tournament play.
For a visual recap of the game’s thrilling conclusion, you can watch the highlights below:
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