76ers' Jahlil Okafor: Won't play Friday against hometown Bulls

Okafor (knee) will not play Friday against the Bulls, K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Analysis:

Okafor's absence Friday will be his second of this week, and figures to result in Richaun Holmes getting another start at center. With Okafor sidelined Monday, Holmes went off for 24 points, 14 rebounds and five assists against the Magic. While Holmes can't be expected to match that level of production, Okafor's injury could make him a good short-term option, as the Sixers play again Sunday versus the Pacers.