Indiana Pacers, NBA and Okafor

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 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.
Former No. 3 Pick Signs 10-Day Contract With Pacers After Four Years Out of NBA
Former No. 3 pick Jahlil Okafor is returning to the NBA after nearly four years as he signed a 10-day contract with the Indiana Pacers on Monday, NBA insider Chris Haynes reported.
Pacers sign former top-3 pick Jahlil Okafor to 10-day contract, won't sign Alex Len
Jahlil Okafor, the No. 3 pick in the 2015 NBA draft, has spent this season with the Pacers' G League team, the Indiana Mad Ants.
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’ Jahlil Okafor returns and plays his first NBA game in 1,367 days
Jahlil Okafor got his chance with the Pacers, as the team gave him a 10-day contract after leading Indiana's G League affiliate squad.
Jahlil Okafor To Sign 10-Day Contract With Indiana Pacers
After a previous deal to find depth at center didn't work out, the Indiana Pacers plan to sign center Jahlil Okafor to a 10-day contract.
Pacers' Jahlil Okafor: Gets 10-day contract with Indiana
The Pacers signed Okafor to a 10-day contract Monday, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports. Okafor last saw NBA regular-season action with the Pistons during the 2020-21 campaign, during which he averaged 5.
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,
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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 ...
Duke Basketball Champ Records First NBA Action in Four Years
Between 248 NBA regular season outings, now spanning five franchises, Okafor has posted career averages of 10.3 points and ...
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Duke Basketball Sends ‘Big’ Message to Jahlil Okafor Amid Ex-Blue Devils Star’s Inspiring NBA Comeback
For the first time after 1,367 days, former Duke basketball star big man Jahlil Okafor played in an NBA game on Tuesday night ...