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My mother is my wings on the court, which makes me feel like I can't be stopped
Jahlil’s mother died when he was 9 years old. He still thinks about her nearly everyday. And her memory is a reminder of the importance of appreciating and enjoying life and those close to him. Basektball is an important outlet for Jahlil, and he was the #1 ranked high school player in the country. Jahlil went on to star at Duke University, and he was the top draft pick of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers.
Click here to read the article about Jahlil Okafor from Bleacher Report
