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Oubre and son flee New Orleans before Hurricane Katrina in 2005

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Oubre and son flee New Orleans before Hurricane Katrina in 2005
Summary

Kelly Oubre Jr. and his father fled New Orleans ahead of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. They packed their belongings into a Toyota Sequoia, leaving without a clear destination. After the storm, they settled near Houston, where Oubre developed skills in basketball, excelling at George Bush High School and later attending Findlay Prep and Kansas. Since then, he has played for six NBA teams.

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  • •Kelly Oubre Jr. evacuated New Orleans before Hurricane Katrina struck.
  • •Oubre's family moved to Houston for better basketball opportunities.
  • •He became a standout player in high school before college.
  • •Oubre has had a six-team NBA career.
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  • 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — Oubre and his 9-year-old son, Kelly Jr., fled New …
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