There’s so much time for him to improve his ways, but if Jahlil Okafor can’t keep his head in the right place and conduct himself properly off the court, the 76ers may yet have another problem and more drama on their hands.
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3 overall pick was most recently caught on video engaging in a fist fight outside a Boston nightclub. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t want to attack Okafor’s character, because I’m not naïve enough to believe he’s the only young athlete doing these things.
Okafor’s attorney said the only reason the case is being reopened is because video surfaced of the Sixers’ big man in Boston street fights last week, which brought to light the speeding violations. “While we are disappointed with his recent actions, we have faith in him as a valued member of the Sixers”, the team said in a statement, via ESPN.
Early this week, it was reported that Okafor’s handlers have requested team management for a security guard to accompany him whenever he steps out in public.
“I thought we just came out not ready to play”, Noel said. “And I think because of the competitive nature, things have happened to Jahlil”.
We would say Okafor’s friends should have held him back, but he is basically like 7′, 280 lbs, so good luck with that.
The 19-year-old rookie has said he is embarrassed by his behavior. I don’t feel betrayed.
Sixers GM Sam Hinkie declined to comment on the Okafor situation when approached by reporters Tuesday and Wednesday.
“Jah is one of the great kids ever… ever, ever, ever”, Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski said.
Jahlil Okafor and the Philadelphia 76ers are already having a tough season, maybe one of their toughest in years. I commend the organization for suspending their best player on the heels of their first win.
The reaction of National Basketball Association players suggested people around the league agree, and not just because Okafor averages 17 points and eight rebounds per game.
Brown said the Sixers are working in “partnership” with the NBA, Okafor, his family and his representatives.
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Kobe Bryant, who exchanged a postgame hug with Okafor after the 76ers beat the Lakers for their first victory of the season, echoed Anthony’s advice more succinctly.
