Kelly Oubre Jr. Out for 76ers with Left Hand Sprain
Kelly Oubre Jr., the small forward for the Philadelphia 76ers, is dealing with a left hand sprain. He will not take the court due to this injury. The team announced his status as ‘out’ following the injury that started on January 1, 2024.
What It Means
This injury means Kelly Oubre Jr. will be absent from upcoming games, which could impact the team’s performance. He has been averaging 12.8 points per game this season, along with 5.7 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game.
The absence of Oubre Jr. may lead to more playing time for other players at his position. Paul George and Kenyon Martin Jr., both small forwards, are likely candidates to fill in during his absence. George averages 16.1 points per game and plays about 31.8 minutes per game, while Martin Jr. contributes an average of 6.4 points in about 20 minutes per game.
