The chance of becoming the Lakers' franchise center has Jahlil Okafor's attention.
The Los Angeles Lakers hold the No. 2 pick and will likely take their pick of whoever's left between Jahlil Okafor and Karl-Anthony Towns. The Minnesota Timberwolves, however, might be in a strange position. Okafor is rumored to have his "heart set" on joining the Lakers, according to Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress.
NBA front offices hold workouts, interviews and other activities with top prospects leading through the draft, which is generally handled by agents. There's no question the behind the scenes negotiations could be in play, which isn't something unfamiliar to the Lakers.