The New Orleans Pelicans continue to be linked to plenty of trade rumors for Jahlil Okafor this morning, but there is one important aspect of the potential deal with the Philadelphia 76ers that has not received near the publicity it deserves.
Okafor’s rookie campaign was cut short due to a meniscus tear in his right knee last March. At the time, the 76ers announced he would be able to resume basketball activities in approximately six weeks.
That six-week timetable turned out to be a complete illusion according to those who follow the team closely.