NBA Trade Rumors: Atlanta Hawks Trading For Jahlil Okafor; Dwight Howard Threatened By The Younger Player, Blocks The Trade?

NBA trade rumors have linked Jahlil Okafor to several teams in the NBA league this season. However, it is still not final if Philadelphia 76ers is really giving up the power center but several teams are already showing their interest in acquiring the young player.

Reports have it that Philadelphia 76ers have a surplus of big men and that the team is moving one of its center, which includes Nerlens Noel, Jahlil Okafor and Joel Embiid. NBA enthusiasts have been speculating who among the three will be sent out and Noel and Okafor have been regulars in the NBA trade rumor mill.

According to Gospel Herald, Atlanta Hawks have announced a trade for Jahlil Okafor. However, the former Houston Rockets big man Dwight Howard does not approve it.

Dwight Howard has shown an impressive performance during his tenure with Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Lakers. Many believe that Howard is in charge of bringing Atlanta Hawks to the playoffs this NBA season. However, Hawks is not fully confident with the veteran, the team is still looking for a young player, which brings Jahlil Okafor's name in the cards.

James Harden's former running mate and frenemy Dwight Howard was reportedly threatened with the Jahlil Okafor trade. Howard was insulted for the team's lack of confidence in his skills. Will they withdraw their trade for Okafor to boosts Howard's ego or push it to add another great center in their roster?

Meanwhile, Jahlil Okafor is one of the hottest players in the NBA trade rumors today. Whether Atlanta Hawks pursue him or not, the Philadelphia 76ers has a bright future ahead. In fact, he could be playing for one of the strongest contenders in the NBA league today.

Parent Herald previously reported that Cleveland Cavaliers need big men to help LeBron James deliver a back-to-back championship for the Cavs. The team is currently rooting for Nerlens Noel or Jahlil Okafor.

Are chances high for Jahlil Okafor to join Atlanta Hawks in the upcoming NBA season? Should Dwight Howard's opinion for the Okafor trade matter to his team? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.