Heading into his third season in the league, Philadelphia 76ers big man Jahlil Okafor has continued to deal with trade rumors that have only grow louder with each passing week.

Throughout the entire process, Okafor has remained positive about his future with the organization. However, Keith Pompey of The Inquirer recently revealed during a Q&A session that the 21-year-old wants to be moved by Philadelphia.

I have spoken to him recently. However, he has always been publically positive, saying the right things. But everyone knows that he wants out. He doesn't want to be an insurance policy – nor should he want that. He wants to start somewhere.
 At this point, it's quite clear that Okafor is no longer in the long-term plans for the 76ers as their focus has shifted to Joel Embiid being the key piece in the frontcourt. It has resulted in him taking a secondary role and being discussed prominently mentioned in trade rumors.
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A fresh start could be what Okafor needs to reboot his career and get back on track after a noticeable drop in production last year where he averaged 11.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 50 games played with 33 starts before he was shut down in late March due to soreness in his right knee.
In the meantime, Okafor is expected to get consistent playing time this upcoming season with the 76ers while they continue to search for trade offer that will benefit them.