Pacers, Jahlil Okafor and NBA

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.
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,
Rick Carlisle Reacts to Pacers Signing Center Jahlil Okafor
Feb 3, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle watches his team play during the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images / Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images
Report: Jahlil Okafor Will Sign 10-Day Pacers Contract; Last Played in NBA in 2020-21
Jahlil Okafor, who has not played in the league since the 2020-21 season, will sign a 10-day contract with the Indiana Pacers, according to NBA insider
Jahlil Okafor Signs 10-Day Contract With Pacers
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - 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. Okafor spent the ...
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.
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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 ...
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Former NBA 3rd Overall Pick Signs With New Team
Jahlil Okafor most recently played in the NBA during the 2020-21 season with the Detroit Pistons. That year, Okafor averaged 5.4 points and 2.4 rebounds per contest while shooting 61.8% from ...
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Pacers Sign 2015 NBA Lottery Pick to 10-Day Contract
The Pacers signed a 2015 NBA lottery pick to a 10-day contract. Once upon a time, Jahlil Okafor was a hot topic in sports circles. As a Duke star in the 2010s, he garnered attention from NBA ...
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Pacers sign former top-3 pick Jahlil Okafor to 10-day contract, won't sign Alex Len
This story has been updated to add more information. INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers have signed former Duke star and No. 3 overall pick Jahlil Okafor to a 10-day contract, league sources ...
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Jahlil Okafor To Sign 10-Day Contract With Indiana Pacers
He had a pair of preseason appearances for the Atlanta Hawks ahead of the 2021-22 season but has not hit the hardwood for NBA action ... Pacers shoots over Jahlil ... [+] Okafor #8 of the New ...