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Jahlil Okafor got welcomed to the NBA by having his dunk blocked in his face

by Hector Diaz
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The season is still young, but Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jahlil Okafor is already showing his offensive prowess. Still, he hasn’t been welcomed to the NBA by a veteran.

Journeyman Jason Smith has that covered though. Just look at that block! Okafor probably understands what it feels like to be on the receiving end of a vicious block now.

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