NBA, Jahlil Okafor and Indiana Pacers

Jahlil Okafor plays first NBA game in 1,367 days. Pacers reward 'loyalty' with opportunity.
The former Duke star last played in the NBA in 2021 and after a strong G League season (and open roster spot), Jahlil Okafor is getting another shot.
Jahlil Okafor’s latest NBA opportunity is long overdue
When the former third overall pick checked into the Indiana Pacers’ 128-115 loss to the New York Knicks on Tuesday, it marked his first NBA minutes since 2021.
Pacers’ Jahlil Okafor draws attention in first NBA appearance since 2021
In a testament to his perseverance, Jahlil Okafor was finally able to make his return to the NBA nearly four years after playing his last game in the league. On Tuesday night, Okafor suited up for the Indiana Pacers,
Pacers sign former top-3 pick Jahlil Okafor to 10-day contract, won't sign Alex Len
On Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Len cleared waivers and signed with the Lakers. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. The 29-year-old Okafor has spent this season with the Indiana Mad Ants — the Pacers’ G League team — as he’s tried to make an NBA comeback.
Jahlil Okafor Signs 10-Day Contract With Pacers
Center Jahlil Okafor has signed a 10-day contract with the Indianapolis Pacers. This was announced by the Pacers on Tuesday. The 29-year-old last played in the NBA with the Detroit Pistons during the 2020-21 season.
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Rick Carlisle Reacts to Pacers Signing Center Jahlil Okafor
Rick Carlisle was asked why the Pacers made the move to sign Okafor and he had some good things to say about him. "He can rebound. He's a guy that can score, he can finish.
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Pacers' Recent Free Agent Signing Has Earned His Next Chance
On Monday, the Indiana Pacers signed veteran center Jahlil Okafor to a ten-day contract ... but he just kept fighting," praised Pascal Siakam. "That's all it's about. It's amazing that he's ...
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Jahlil Okafor To Sign 10-Day Contract With Indiana Pacers
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 04: Myles Turner #33 of the Indiana Pacers shoots over Jahlil ... [+] Okafor #8 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at the Smoothie King Center on ...
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Former 76ers First-Round Pick Lands Back on NBA Team
Jahlil Okafor hasn’t competed in the NBA since 2021. After a run with the Detroit Pistons, the former Philadelphia 76ers center competed beyond the NBA before eventually returning to the G League.
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Indiana Pacers Sign Jahlil Okafor to 10-Day Contract
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Pacers announced Tuesday the team signed center Jahlil Okafor to a 10-day contract. Okafor will wear number 15 for the Pacers. If you are having difficulty accessing ...