The Philadelphia 76ers received some horrible news on Saturday night: forward Kelly Oubre Jr. was struck by a vehicle while walking near his residence in Center City. It is terrible to hear of something so unfortunate to a genuinely great person.
Per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Oubre was struck by a vehicle and is in stable condition, which is the most important thing, at a local hospital. Representatives from the team, including President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey, are at the hospital with him to offer support in his time of need.
He is expected to miss significant time due to his injuries, but they aren’t believed to be season-ending. Local police are investigating the incident.
Representatives from the team, including 76ers President Daryl Morey, are with Oubre Jr., at the hospital. He is expected to miss significant time due to his injuries, but those aren’t considered to be season-ending. Local authorities are investigating the incident.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 12, 2023
Oubre has been playing terrific basketball to begin the season. He’s averaging 16.3 points and 5.1 rebounds, shooting 50% from the floor, and contributing on defense while stepping in as a starter after the team traded PJ Tucker.
UPDATE: Oubre has been released from the hospital and he will work closely with the team’s medical staff in his recovery.
Kelly Oubre Jr., has been released from a Philadelphia-area hospital, a Sixers spokesman tells ESPN. Oubre Jr., will work closely with the 76ers medical staff on treatment and care for his injuries. He is expected to miss a significant period of time. https://t.co/S1oaT6WeRc
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 12, 2023
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