Kelly Oubre Jr. and the Philadelphia 76ers make a statement about who they really are after a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

When the Philadelphia 76ers brought in Kelly Oubre Jr. on a veteran's minimum deal late in the 2023 offseason, it appeared that it was Oubre's final chance to prove himself. The veteran out of Kansas had already shown that he can put the ball in the basket,

Kelly Oubre Jr. was magnificent in the Sixers' upset win over the Cavaliers on Friday night. 22 points 8-16 FG 13 rebounds (7 offensive) 3 assists 3 steals Team-high +13 A bunch of steals, offensive rebounds and an early and-one from Oubre's stellar showing: pic.twitter.com/1Shx1eRXp6

Tyrese Maxey singles out Kelly Oubre Jr. for his work on the floor to help the Philadelphia 76ers succeed and move forward.

Oubre created a spark for the Sixers against the New York Knicks, slotting into the frontcourt and fighting for rebounds.

Eric Gordon has returned to form as well, and Ricky Council had a productive game in Delaware then was back for a strong outing against the Lakers.

Highlights of Kelly Oubre Jr.'s And One at 10:47 in 4th Quarter of 76ers at Bulls on 01/25/2025

Philadelphia could send Oubre to Charlotte, where he played before joining the Sixers. Oubre and Eric Gordon, who has an expiring contract could work for someone like Cody Martin, a solid shooter ...

These five players could be re-routed ahead of the NBA's Feb. 6 trade deadline and profile as potentially meaningful contributors to a title run.

That could make it difficult to justify moving Kelly Oubre Jr. or Caleb Martin for reasons ... of the most decorated three-point shooters in NBA history, particularly ones with star-laden rosters.

The 76ers will be in front of their home fans on Wednesday, but a look at the spread shows they might need that home-court advantage. Having just played yesterday, they will get right back to it and host the Sacramento Kings at 7:30 p.m. ET at Wells Fargo Center. The 76ers are coming into the contest hot, having won their last three games.

The same betting ring Jontay Porter was involved in placed irregular bets on Terry Rozier props in a 2023 game he left early with an injury.