Sixers Tyrese Maxey Dedicates 50-Pt Game To Kelly Oubre Jr. After Hit-And-Run

Tyrese Maxey‘s ideas had been elsewhere after scoring 50 factors within the Sixers win Sunday … he devoted the career-best efficiency to teammate Kelly Oubre Jr. after the star guard was badly damage in a hit-and-run accident the day earlier than.

As we previously reported, Oubre Jr. — who joined the 76ers in September — suffered damaged ribs and different accidents when he was hit by a car whereas strolling in Philly on Saturday, hospitalizing the NBA star.

The Sixers performed the Pacers the day after the accident … and Maxey went off, dropping 50 factors, with 7 rebounds, 5 assists, and  3 blocks!

It was Maxey’s finest recreation, however he gave the shine to his teammate and buddy.

“Man, this had nothing to do with me,” the guard informed a reporter after the 137-126 win. “This all Kelly Oubre, man.”

“We praying for him. I love my dog, I just met him but I love him. Hope he gets well soon.”

The Sixers — who’re presently main the Jap Convention with an 8-1 document — tried to succeed in Oubre, who’s house now, after the win however despatched him a video message as an alternative.

“Get better soon, KO,” Sixers coach Nick Nurse stated whereas recording the clip.

Oubre — averaging 16.3 factors and 5.1 rebounds with the Sixers — goes to be out for some time … although the workforce is hopeful he can return earlier than the tip of the season.