Kelly Oubre Jr. Accident Update: Is the 76ers Star Stable After Getting Hit by a Car?

76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. in stable condition after car accident

Kelly Oubre Jr. Accident Update: Is the 76ers Star Stable After Getting Hit by a Car?

Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. was a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in Center City, Philadelphia (via Yahoo Sports and FOX)

Philadelphia 76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in a shocking incident. The accident occurred near his house in Center City, Philadelphia. Oubre, who joined the Philadelphia 76ers during the 2023 off-season, was reportedly walking near his residence when the unfortunate event took place.

The severity of the incident initially raised concerns about his health and future with the team. Kelly has been a key contributor for the 76ers this season, averaging a little over 16 points on 50% shooting. The 27-year-old forward signed a one-year, $2.89 million deal with the 76ers in September.

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ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski released the following statement on behalf of the 76ers:

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Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. was a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in Center City, Philadelphia tonight and is receiving treatment at a local hospital, a Sixers spokesman tells ESPN. Oubre Jr. is currently in stable condition.

According to a report from ESPN, which references a statement from a team spokesperson, Oubre is currently with team officials, and the local authorities are looking into the incident. The future implications of this incident on Kelly’s career and his potential return to form remain uncertain until further details emerge. The Sixers will absolutely feel Kelly’s absence as they try to adapt to the temporary loss of a key team member.

Kelly Oubre Jr. in stable condition but return timeline uncertain

Oubre was released from the hospital after receiving treatment and is currently in stable condition. The 76ers, along with their medical team, are closely monitoring his recovery and working on a treatment plan to manage his injuries.

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Kelly Oubre Jr. will miss most of the season due to the accident. (Reuters)

While when exactly Oubre returns to the court is unclear, it is expected that he will miss a significant stretch of play. However, there is optimism within the team that his injuries are not season-ending.

Before the accident, Oubre was off to an impressive start with the 76ers. He was averaging 16.3 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, contributing significantly to the team’s strong start to the season, with a 7-1 record and a top spot in the Eastern Conference.

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