Otega Oweh buzzer-beater saves Kentucky from Santa Clara upset in March Madness
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No. 7 Kentucky fended off No. 10 Santa Clara, 89-84, in a March Madness classic extended into overtime by Otega Oweh’s buzzer-beating 3-pointer.
ST. LOUIS — The standout game of the morning session needed five more minutes to finish Friday, as No. 7 Kentucky fended off No. 10 Santa Clara, 89-84, in an overtime classic extended into the extra period by Otega Oweh’s buzzer-beating 3-pointer.
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