Duke '14 IL C - Jahlil Okafor (Duke Verbal)

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    Whitney Young

    Ht: 6'9"
    Wt: 250 lbs
    AAU: Mac irvin Fire

    Ohio State has offered. #1 center in the 2014 class. Will be visiting tOSU the weekend of 9/30.

     
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    Okafor is going strong.................Visiting OSU on 10/1.
     
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    Jahlil Okafor is a mammoth of a man, yet he is only entering his sophomore year of high school. A 6'9, 270-pound center out of Whitney Young (IL), Okafor is extremely skilled for his age and is in the discussion as the best player in the class of 2014.

    Okafor said he holds early scholarship ofers from a pair of in-state programs, Illinois and DePaul, as well as Michigan State, Arkansas and Ohio State. He is also garnering interest from the likes of UConn, North Carolina, Syracuse, Georgetown, Kansas, and more.

    Okafor said he does "not yet" have any favorites in his recruitment, but he certainly has time, as he is in no rush to make his decision.

    "Probably junior year [or] senior year," Okafor said of when he plans to make his college commitment.

    As aforementioned, Okafor was a big name in grassroots hoops before he even began high school. The dominant interior presence talked about what all the early attention has been like for him.

    "At first it was new, but then you get used to it," Okafor said. "My dad humbles me a lot, tells me, 'Be a kid, don't get big-headed.'"
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    ESPN.com.......

    Strengths:
    In a loaded class for Chicago prospects, Okafor ranks as easily one of the most promising not just in his state but nationally. Blessed with the kind of body that can play in and through traffic, he's excellent around the rim. His footwork and hands, a pair of key traits, are allies. Has the makings of a dominant scorer in the lane with a good feel for the game and his position. Doesn't shy away from contact.

    Weakneses:
    There's time but making sure his frame is properly conditioned will be a priority. Currently, he's not an above the rim player. Guys in his position who are elite national recruits, have a go-to-move and we would like to see him develop one.

    Bottom Line:
    It's relatively easy to project him as likely five-star prospect. He's an aircraft carrier inside with the natural talent and ability to impact games and eventually a program. The line for his signature will be long and distinguished.

    Basketball Recruiting - Jahlil Okafor - Player Profiles - ESPN

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    Jahlil Okafor (Chicago, Ill./Whitney Young) has the feel of a Jared Sullinger-type player. Big name, big game as the parade of prospects from the Windy City continues.

    Theo Pinson is No. 1 overall in the 2014 class - ESPN

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    Comes from the same Chicago highschool (Whitney Young) as current OSU freshman Sam Thompson..........
     
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    Confirmed he will be visiting this weekend................from the same school as current Buckeye Sam Thompson...........
     
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    After watching his highlights, I can see the comparison to a young Sully. He has some growing to do, especially in his lower body, but he looks like a perfect prospect for Matta's style.
     
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    2014 center finds comfort in Wildcats' style...............Five-star prospect Jahlil Okafor discusses his recent visit to Arizona and why he thinks the Wildcats' history would help him reach his ultimate goal of getting to the NBA.
     
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    Okafor Set To Visit Ohio State................Visiting this weekend for the Michigan State game.
     
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    BluegrassHoops.com Special

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    Many coaches have been making their way through the city of Chicago to visit Whitney Young High School and its star sophomore, Jahlil Okafor.

    Okafor, a 6-foot-9 true big man, had plenty of offers prior to Monday. But on Monday night, he came away with a big offer that most seniors fail to obtain.

    "Duke offered me earlier in the day," Okafor said in a phone interview Monday night. "That's the most recent one."

    The Blue Devils join Arizona, Georgetown, Tennessee, Ohio State, UConn, Michigan State, Arkansas, Illinois, and DePaul as those that have offered the skilled sophomore.

    "I'm staying in touch with all the coaches from Arizona, but mainly Coach [Sean] Miller," he said.

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    Blue Devils Basketball - Jahlil Okafor Picks Up Offer From Duke on Monday
     
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    Ohio State has made itself a trademark for producing big men in the last decade, and it is obvious why Okafor is high on the Buckeyes right now. He also said that he feels Ohio State is recruiting him the hardest to this point.

    "Ohio State has been recruiting me pretty hard, but Arizona, Georgetown, and Illinois are right in there too," Okafor explained.

    In fact, Okafor is set to visit Ohio State this weekend.

    And who Okafor compares his game to seals the deal for the Buckeyes. As a true big man, the sophomore looks up to Jared Sullinger. The two also possess similar strengths to their game.

    "He's a true post player and we play a lot alike, so I would say I model my game after him," Okafor said. "I think my strengths are easily my size, strength, and footwork. Most guys my age don't have that."
     
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    Okafor receives offer...............Word leaked out on social media sites yesterday that Duke had offered a scholarship to 6-foot-10 center Jahlil Okafor from Whitney Young High School in Chicago. DevilsIllustrated.com spoke with the 2014 star to confirm the offer.
     
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    Coaches, offers flooding in for Okafor
    September 28, 2011

    Whitney Young High School's (Chicago, IL) open gyms are starting to look like a major national coaches convention.

    The main attraction?

    6-9 sophomore center Jahlil Okafor, a bruising big man who possesses a rare combination of great hands, crafty footwork and a soft touch around the basket, unmatched for someone his age and size.

    The Five-Star blogger is ranked fourth overall in the Class of 2014 by Rivals is garnering significant attention from the likes of Duke, Ohio State and countless other programs.
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    Five-Star Basketball - Coaches, offers flooding in for Okafor


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    Just a reminder..............Okafor will be visiting this weekend.............
     
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    Okafor Impressed After Trip To OSU...................
     
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    Chicago sophomore is a wanted man....................Given all the attention he's received before he's even played a game as a sophomore, it wouldn't be a surprise if Jahlil Okafor had developed a big head. But the five-star is working even harder on his game.
     
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    Chicago big man preps for starring role................2014 center Jahlil Okafor is set for a big season at Chicago Whitney Young Magnet School. Okafor ranks No. 4 overall in the class of 2014.
     

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