Since the NBA draft, it’s felt like a matter of when, not if, Jahlil Okafor ends up with the Boston Celtics.
The Philadelphia 76ers have a ton of big men. By contrast, even with the splash signing of All-Star Al Horford, Boston doesn’t have a major presence on the post.
So a deal makes sense.
Okafor even addressed the constant talk with NBA TV's Jared Greenberg at the Las Vegas Summer League:
If the fit is perfect, what’s the holdup? Celtics general manager Danny Ainge has a ton of future assets at his disposal, after all.
Maybe things aren't as obvious as they seem. The latest rumblings around the potential pairing seem contradictory.
Let’s look at both sides.
Boston not willing to give up much?
According to Keith Pompey of Philly.com, Boston might not be as infatuated with the former No. 3 overall pick as the public seems to think:
Word out of Boston is that the Celtics will not give ...
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NBA Rumors: Latest Trade Rumors Surrounding Jahlil Okafor, Boston Celtics
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