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
Pacers Signing Jahlil Okafor To 10-Day Deal; Alex Len Out
Veteran center Jahlil Okafor is signing a 10-day contract with the Indiana Pacers, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. Okafor, 29, was the third overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft but has not played in the league since the 2020-21 season.
Report: Pacers sign C Jahlil Okafor to 10-day contract
The Indiana Pacers are signing center Jahlil Okafor to a 10-day contract, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes on Monday.
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.
Jahlil Okafor signs 10-day contract with Indiana
Former lottery pick Jahlil Okafor — who hasn’t played in the NBA in nearly four years — will sign a 10-day contract with the ...
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Pacers sign former top-3 pick Jahlil Okafor to 10-day contract, won't sign Alex Len
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers have signed former Duke star and No. 3 overall pick Jahlil Okafor to a 10-day contract, league sources confirmed to IndyStar on Monday. They also confirmed the ...
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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 ...
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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 ...