Jahlil Okafor Player Rumors
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New York Notes: Hernangomez, Carroll, Okafor
2018/01/new-york-notes-hernangomez-carroll-okafor.htmlIn an interesting piece for The Players' Tribune, Jahlil Okafor opens up about the trade that sent him to the Nets, his desire to be a "franchise cornerstone," and his favorite movie as a kid (Air Bud).
New York Notes: Okafor, Hollis-Jefferson, Beasley
2018/01/new-york-notes-okafor-hollis-jefferson-beasley.htmlJahlil Okafor admitted relief after making his home debut with the Nets in Wednesday's win over the Timberwolves. … “It works on both parties, of me having to adjust to the team and the team having to adjust to me,” Okafor said.
Atlantic Notes: Fultz, Porzingis, Okafor
2018/01/atlantic-notes-fultz-porzingis-okafor.htmlHe may not have broken any records in his Barclays Debut but Jahlil Okafor filled a role admirably for the Nets on Wednesday.
Jahlil Okafor Talks Fit In Brooklyn, Offense, Role
2018/01/jahlil-okafor-talks-fit-in-brooklyn-offense-debut.htmlJahlil Okafor believes that Brooklyn is the right place for him to reach his potential. … “I’m pretty confident, just talking with the guys in the locker room, and it’s all been positive feedback with the coaches,” Okafor said (via Brian Lewis of The New York Post).
Injury Notes: Sixers, Harden, Kings, Okafor
2018/01/injury-notes-sixers-harden-kings-okafor.htmlThird-year center Jahlil Okafor is expected to make his home debut for the Nets on Wednesday, as head coach Kenny Atkinson confirmed to reporters on Monday (link via Alex Labidou of NBA.com). … Okafor, acquired by Brooklyn nearly a month ago, wasn't initially ready for regular minutes after having barely played for Philadelphia this season.
New York Notes: Hornacek, Baker, Point Guards, Allen, Russell, Okafor
2017/12/new-york-notes-hornacek-baker-point-guards-allen-russell-okafor.htmlAs both D'Angelo Russell (knee surgery) and Jahlil Okafor (conditioning) work to enter the Nets' rotation, general manager Sean Marks' remarks from last Wednesday put both men on track to return shortly after the New Year. … Brian Lewis of the New York Post tweets that Russell's 7-to-8 weeks' timetable after November 17 surgery puts him on track to return anywhere from January 5-12; Okafor was said to be about two weeks away, putting him on schedule to enter the rotation on the Nets' upcoming homestand.
Atlantic Notes: Okafor, Jackson, Mills, Covington
2017/12/atlantic-notes-okafor-jackson-mills-covington.htmlThe Nets led the Wizards by 40 points at one point in Friday's win in Brooklyn but recently acquired big man Jahlil Okafor never left the bench. … Okafor only played in two games with the Sixers before he was traded to the Nets.
Atlantic Notes: Okafor, Russell, Hardaway Jr.
2017/12/atlantic-notes-okafor-russell-hardaway-jr.htmlJahlil Okafor, on the other hand, is out for a different reason. … Prior to his acquisition on December 7, Okafor was seldom used by the Sixers, seeing action in just two games for Philly.
Atlantic Notes: Hornacek, Okafor, Nets, Miles
2017/12/atlantic-notes-porzingis-hornacek-okafor-nets-miles.htmlJahlil Okafor got his wish when he was traded to the Nets, ending a troubled tenure with the Sixers. … However, the big man is not in NBA game shape and head coach Kenny Atkinson said Okafor would not see regular action until his conditioning improves, per Brian Lewis of the New York Post.
Atlantic Notes: Porzingis, Morris, Okafor
2017/12/atlantic-notes-porzingis-morris-okafor.htmlBrian Lewis of The New York Post is reporting that the Nets want newly-acquired big man Jahlil Okafor to get into better basketball shape before he takes the court again for the team. … Okafor played almost as many minutes in his Nets' debut (23) than he had all season (25).
Nets Notes: Okafor, Stauskas, Crabbe, Harris
2017/12/nets-notes-okafor-stauskas-crabbe-harris.htmlEven after suffering a season worst 33 point loss to Toronto on Friday night, Nets center Jahlil Okafor and guard Nik Stauskas both appeared to be in high spirits after finally being able to get back on the court ten days removed from a trade that brought them to Brooklyn from Philadelphia in exchange for Trevor Booker, reports Brian Lewis of the New York Post. … "With Jahlil, it’s going to be a process," head coach Kenny Atkinson said.
Atlantic Notes: Wright, Okafor, Whitehead
2017/12/atlantic-notes-wright-okafor-whitehead.htmlTonight is the night that recent Nets acquisitions Jahlil Okafor and Nik Stauskas make their debut, Michael Grange of Sportsnet tweets.
Atlantic Notes: Okafor, Kanter, Morris
2017/12/atlantic-notes-okafor-kanter-morris.htmlThere's no timetable for Jahlil Okafor to make his Nets debut. … "[The Nets] know my weaknesses and strengths and I’m working with them every day to get better," Okafor said.
Nets Notes: Culture, Carroll, Okafor
2017/12/nets-notes-culture-carroll-okafor.html“The plan going forward is to always inform these guys of important decisions like that, change of roster,” Atkinson said before adding that he feels the team will accept Jahlil Okafor and Nik Stauskas. … Okafor is motivated to prove himself after two-plus uninspiring seasons in Philadelphia, Zach Braziller of the New York Post passes along.
Sixers/Nets Trade Notes: Reactions, Analysis, More
2017/12/sixersnets-trade-notes-reactions-analysis-more.htmlAfter spending the better part of 2017 on the trade block, Jahlil Okafor finally has a new NBA home, with the Sixers and Nets completing a trade on Thursday that sent Okafor, Nik Stauskas, and a 2019 second-round pick to Brooklyn in exchange for Trevor Booker. … Acquiring Okafor is another shrewd move for the Nets as they continue to rebuild their roster, writes Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports.
Nets Acquire Jahlil Okafor From Sixers
2017/12/nets-nearing-deal-to-acquire-jahlil-okafor.html3:16pm: The Nets and Sixers are nearing a deal that will send Jahlil Okafor to Brooklyn, Zach Lowe of ESPN tweets. … Having seen action in just two contests for the Sixers this season, Okafor was in desperate need of a change of scenery.
Latest On Jahlil Okafor
2017/11/latest-on-jahlil-okafor-2.htmlJahlil Okafor is still in limbo in Philadelphia, and Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports that Okafor's camp continues to push the Sixers for a buyout, while president of basketball operations Bryan Colangelo remains focused on finding a trade involving the former third overall pick. … "I'm hopeful that Bryan will do what has always brought him and the players in his organization success and be flexible as Jahlil has handled himself the right way," Duffy said.
Atlantic Notes: Raptors, Okafor, Embiid
2017/11/atlantic-notes-raptors-okafor-embiid.htmlIt wasn't long ago when Jahlil Okafor led the Sixers in scoring.
Sixers Notes: Fultz, Okafor, Embiid
2017/11/sixers-notes-fultz-okafor-embiid.htmlDespite appearing in just two games this season, Jahlil Okafor has continued to put in hard work as he awaits a resolution on his future, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Cavs Notes: James’ Impact, James’ Ambitions, Monroe
2017/11/cavs-notes-james-impact-james-ambitions-monroe.htmlThe Cavs aren't interested in making a move for Sixers big man Jahlil Okafor but their interest in Greg Monroe would be higher, Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com says in a question-and-answer with readers.
Pistons Notes: Bledsoe, Okafor, Van Gundy
2017/11/pistons-notes-bledsoe-okafor-van-gundy.htmlCould the Pistons be a fit for Jahlil Okafor? Ellis (separate piece) hears that the front office views the former No.
Community Shootaround: Best Fit For Jahlil Okafor
2017/11/community-shootaround-best-fit-for-jahlil-okafor.htmlWith Eric Bledsoe officially a Milwaukee Buck, one of two major early-season trade candidates is off the market, leaving Sixers center Jahlil Okafor as the other notable player seeking a change of scenery. … Okafor's less-than-ideal situation in Philadelphia has been well documented, both on Hoops Rumors and elsewhere, but here's the abridged version: Despite being the third overall pick in the 2015 draft, Okafor has fallen behind Joel Embiid, Richaun Holmes, and Amir Johnson on the Sixers' depth chart, and rarely sees the court.
Suns Have Interest In Jahlil Okafor
2017/11/suns-have-interest-in-jahlil-okafor.htmlThe Suns have shown interest in trade candidate Jahlil Okafor, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski notes within his report on Greg Monroe's future in Phoenix. … As Wojnarowski details, Okafor likely isn't a fit for the Suns at the moment, with Monroe joining Tyson Chandler and Alex Len to create a crowded depth chart at center.
Trade Notes: Suns, Bucks, Bledsoe, Monroe, Okafor
2017/11/trade-notes-suns-bucks-bledsoe-monroe-okafor.htmlAfter trading Monroe, the Bucks look like a match made in heaven for Jahlil Okafor, argues Bryan Kalbrosky of HoopsHype.
Bulls, Hawks Most Likely Suitors For Okafor?
2017/11/bulls-hawks-most-likely-suitors-for-okafor.htmlThe Bulls and Hawks appear to be the most likely landing spots for Jahlil Okafor, according to TNT's David Aldridge, who cites league sources in his latest report at NBA.com. … [RELATED: Jahlil Okafor confirms he wants trade or buyout]