A disturbing incident took place after the Kentucky Wildcats secured a thrilling 83-82 win over the Oklahoma Sooners, as a fan threw a beer can at the Kentucky players while they were leaving the court.
The incident occurred amidst a tense atmosphere, with the UK's Oweh having a career game despite being subjected to 'traitor' chants from the Oklahoma fans.
According to reports, the fan's actions were widely condemned, and an investigation into the matter is likely to be launched.
The game itself was an intense and closely contested affair, with Otega Oweh scoring the final 18 points for the Wildcats to seal the win.
The victory marked a significant milestone for the No. 17 Kentucky team, and the players were jubilant despite the disturbing incident that followed.
In related news, five key takeaways from the game have been highlighted, including the impressive performance of Oweh and the team's resilience in the face of adversity.
The incident has sparked a wider debate about fan behavior and the need for increased security measures at sporting events.
As the investigation into the beer can incident continues, the Kentucky team will be focusing on their next game, determined to build on their momentum and put the disturbing events behind them.