No evidence yet 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. was victim of hit-and-run, police say

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Police say they have not uncovered evidence of the Philadelphia 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. being hit by a car.

ESPN initially reported Saturday night Oubre was struck by a vehicle while walking in Center City, the area of the team's proposed future arena, and was receiving treatment at a hospital, where he was in stable condition. 

Team officials said he broke a rib and was released from a hospital hours later.

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Kelly Oubre Jr. of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks in the second quarter of a game against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena Nov. 10, 2023, in Detroit. (Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

Authorities in Philadelphia initially said Oubre was walking near his home at around 7:20 p.m. when a vehicle traveling "at a high rate of speed" tried to turn south onto the street he was crossing. Police said the vehicle hit him "in the upper chest area with the driver-side mirror."

The driver of the silver car fled, police said. Oubre also suffered injuries to his "hip and right leg," police added.

On Wednesday, police said there is no video or photographic evidence showing Oubre was struck by a vehicle, and they continue to investigate.

The team did provide a positive update on their forward.

Kelly Oubre Jr. of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second half at Fiserv Forum Oct. 26, 2023, in Milwaukee.  (Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

"Oubre Jr. continues to progress from his injuries and has resumed light physical activity with hopes of returning to play in the coming weeks," the team told Fox 29 in Philly. "The organization appreciates the efforts of local