Okafor became a free agent Friday after his 10-day contract with the Pacers expired, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor made one three-minute appearance during his brief stay with the Pacers, marking his first NBA action since the 2020-21 season. The Pacers brought Okafor aboard while starting center Myles Turner was tending to a cervical strain shortly before the All-Star break, but with Turner returning to action in Thursday's win over Memphis, Indiana may not be compelled to bring Okafor back on a second 10-day deal.

The Pacers signed Okafor to a 10-day contract Monday, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor last saw NBA regular-season action with the Pistons during the 2020-21 campaign, during which he averaged 5.4 points and 2.4 rebounds over 12.9 minutes per game. The 2015 first-round pick has been in the G League this season with the Indiana Mad Ants, where he has logged a double-double in four of his last five outings. With Myles Turner dealing with a neck injury, Okafor could see some meaningful minutes off the bench behind Thomas Bryant.

The Pacers are waiving Okafor on Tuesday, Tony East of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor last made an NBA appearance in 2020-21 for the Pistons. However, the No. 3 pick in the 2015 NBA Draft is set to spend the 2024-25 campaign with Indiana Mad Ants of the G League.

The Pacers signed Okafor to a training camp deal on Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor last played in the NBA in 2021 and is working toward making a comeback to The Association. He spent the 2023-24 season playing in three different countries -- Spain, China and Puerto Rico. Since Pacers officials were impressed with his health and conditioning following a workout, he'll get a chance to crack the roster out of training camp. If that's not the case, Parker would suit up for the Fort Wayne Mad Ants of the G League.

Okafor (lower body) signed a one-year contract Monday with Basket Zaragoza of Spain's Liga ACB, Albert De Roa of HoopsHype.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor was playing for the Mexico City Capitanes in the G League last season before developing a lower-body injury. The No. 3 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft hasn't played in an NBA regular-season game since 2020 with the Pistons, but he 'll likely garner a prominent role overseas.

The Capitanes placed Okafor (lower body) on the injured list Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor was first absent from game action last Thursday due to a lower-body injury. His placement on the injured list likely suggests the big man is slated for an extended stay on the sidelines.

Okafor didn't appear in Thursday's win over Westchester due to a lower-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor played 34 minutes during the Capitanes' last game, but he was unable to suit up for Thursday's matchup. It's unclear whether he'll be available when the G League regular season gets underway Wednesday.

Okafor generated 26 points (12-19 FG, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, an assist and a block in 26 minutes during Tuesday's 126-112 win over Memphis.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor has been a strong contributor for Mexico City recently, and he's scored 20-plus points in seven consecutive games. The 26-year-old has also posted double-doubles in three of the last five matchups.

Okafor logged 21 points (8-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and two steals in 41 minutes during Friday's 99-89 loss to Lakeland.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor started Friday's matchup after coming off the bench Wednesday, and he came within one rebound of a double-double. It's not yet clear whether he'll maintain his starting role, but he should have opportunities to be productive regardless of his starting status.

Okafor posted 30 points (13-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 116-112 win over the Vipers.

EDGE Analysis

Okafor came off the bench during Wednesday's matchup but scored 20-plus points for a third consecutive game. He's shooting 72.6 percent from the floor this year and is averaging 19.8 points and 7.4 rebounds in 27.6 minutes per game.