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76ers Fans React to Addition of Kelly Oubre

Checking in on the 76ers' fan base after the Kelly Oubre news.

Justin Grasso

76ers Fans React to Addition of Kelly Oubre
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On Monday night, word got out the Philadelphia 76ers are expected to bring in Kelly Oubre.

The former Charlotte Hornets veteran is on pace to join the Sixers on a one-year deal, following his two-year run with the team’s Eastern Conference opponent.

With the eventual Oubre acquisition, the Sixers will reach their roster limit ahead of training camp, which is set to take place in early October.

During an offseason full of swapping players via free agency, Oubre joins a 76ers team that certainly has a need for athletic wings. Although the Sixers swapped out Matisse Thybulle for Jalen McDaniels at the trade deadline last year, they couldn’t hold on to McDaniels as he collected a short-term deal with the Toronto Raptors via free agency.

The 76ers hope to fill the void of Thybulle and McDaniels with Oubre next season. And with the 27-year-old headed to the City of Brotherly Love for next year’s run, let’s take a look at the fan base’s reactions after hearing the news.

Sixers Fans React to Oubre

How’s the City Feeling?

Many seem to be on the same page. 

The Sixers didn’t make a huge splash in the NBA with the Oubre signing, but there is some added excitement with the addition ahead of training camp.

During an offseason that left many Philly fans feeling insecure about the direction of their team following the loss of some key reserves, Oubre can help fill in some of the gaps.

However, nobody is screaming championship contenders. At the end of the day, the Sixers still carry a big question mark with the James Harden trade drama continuing to play out.

Training camp is in two weeks. Only time will tell whether Harden will show up or not. With the ten-time All-Star’s playing status for next season in question, the Sixers’ fan base remains unsure about the direction of the team for next year. 

What Do You Think?

Let's hear your thoughts on the signing!

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Justin Grasso
JUSTIN GRASSO

Title: Credentialed writer/reporter covering the Philadelphia 76ers for Sports Illustrated’s FanNation Email: JustinGrasso32@Gmail.com Location: Philadelphia, PA Expertise: Reporting, insight, and analysis on the Sixers and the NBA  Justin Grasso is a credentialed writer and publisher covering the Philadelphia 76ers for Sports Illustrated’s FanNation.  Grasso got his start in sports media in 2016 with FantasyPros, working the news desk, providing game-by-game player analysis and updates on the Portland Trail Blazers and the Golden State Warriors. By 2017, he joined FanSided’s Philadelphia Eagles site as a staff writer. After spending one season covering the Eagles as a staff writer, Grasso was promoted to become the site’s Co-Editor. For the next two NFL seasons, he covered the Eagles closely before broadening his NFL coverage. For a brief stint, Grasso covered the NFL on a national basis after joining Heavy.com as an NFL news desk writer. In 2019, Grasso joined the 76ers' beat on a part-time basis, stepping into a role with South Jersey’s 97.3 ESPN. Ahead of the 2019-2020 NBA season, he concluded a three-year stint covering the Eagles and joined the Sixers beat full-time. Grasso has covered the 76ers exclusively since then for Sports Illustrated. He is a member of the Pro Basketball Writer’s Association.  Twitter: @JGrasso_ Instagram: @JGrassoNBA

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