Kelly Oubre Jr. and the Philadelphia 76ers make a statement about who they really are after a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
Oubre contributed 15 points (6-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, three assists and four steals over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 117-104 win over Sacramento.
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76ers owner Josh Harris: We're still really happy with Joel Embiid, he's a warrior
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NBA rumors: Will 76ers become trade deadline sellers amid Joel Embiid injuries?
Joel Embiid injury update: 76ers star could be close to return from knee injury
When Joel Embiid is healthy, he is not only the best player for the Philadelphia 76ers but also one of the best players in the NBA. Embiid trying to stay healthy has always been the issue. His career has been plagued by injuries that have often prevented him from maximizing his potential for a substantial length of time.
Coach Nick Nurse gives a ton of praise to Philadelphia 76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. for the progress he has made.
Oubre racked up 20 points (8-18 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds and five assists in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 118-104 victory over the Lakers. The veteran wing has scored at least 20 points in three straight games,
Oubre had just hit two free throws with 55.3 seconds remaining to finish off a fourth consecutive victory for the Sixers, who erased a 12-point second-half deficit to top the Sacramento Kings, 117-104, Wednesday night at the Wells Fargo Center.
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Tyrese Maxey leads shorthanded Sixers to third straight win, 118-104 over the LakersMaxey scored 43 points for the Sixers, who again played without All-Stars Joel Embiid and Paul George among others.
Last summer, the Philadelphia 76ers signed Paul George in free agency, validating their decision to prioritize cap room during an era in which few stars have changed teams that way. Franchise player Joel Embiid signed a three-year extension and cornerstone Tyrese Maxey signed a five-year max contract.
Tyrese Maxey and the 76ers picked the Kings' defense apart, powering them to their fourth consecutive victory.
Here are the three biggest takeaways for the Philadelphia 76ers following their rallying win over the Sacramento Kings at home.
Tyrese Maxey supplied 30 points and eight assists to guide the host Philadelphia 76ers to their fourth straight win, a 117-104 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.
Tyrese Maxey followed his stellar game against the Lakers with a 30-point outing as the still-shorthanded Sixers pulled away for the win.
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