Philadelphia 76ers’ forward, Kelly Oubre Jr., is poised to make a triumphant return to NBA action this week after enduring a harrowing experience involving a hit-and-run incident that resulted in a fractured rib.
Oubre described the event as “very traumatic” and faced skepticism from some quarters following reports of police being unable to procure video evidence of the incident. Undeterred, Oubre addressed these doubts, expressing his frustration, stating, “I just wish that my life wasn’t like ‘The Truman Show’ where everybody kind of watched it and have their own opinion about my life.”
During his interaction with reporters at the 76ers training facility on Monday, Oubre remained discreet about the specifics of the November 11 incident that left him hospitalized with a broken rib and other injuries, emphasizing the ordeal’s challenging nature for him and his family. Follow your favourite basketball team with attractive betting odds from Nextbet, one of the best basketball gambling sites.
He candidly shared, “This is very hard for us to have to deal with, and for me to miss being on the court, which keeps me sane, and a lot of people were very inconsiderate and insensitive to try to worry about video cameras.”
Despite the distressing circumstances, Oubre expressed gratitude for his recovery, acknowledging, “I’m just really blessed that it wasn’t worse than what it is and I’m able to come back to work and smile and walk and talk and breathe.”
The 27-year-old forward, averaging an impressive 16.3 points on 50 percent shooting this season, is set to make his return in the upcoming match against his former team, the Washington Wizards, on Wednesday.
Having embarked on a career journey that traversed various NBA franchises since being drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in 2015, Oubre secured a $2.89 million deal with the 76ers in September, aiming to make his mark as a vital component of the team’s roster. His return marks a significant moment not only for his personal journey but also for the 76ers as they anticipate his impactful presence on the court. Get the latest updates from the NBA only on Nextbet Sports.
