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Hakeem Abdul Olajuwon (/ ə ˈ l eɪ ʒ u. ɒ n / ə-LAY-zhoo-on; Yoruba: [olaɟuwɔ̃]; born January 21, 1963), nicknamed "the Dream", is a Nigerian-American former professional basketball player. From 1984 to 2002, he played center in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the Houston Rockets, and in his last season, the Toronto Raptors.
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Sep 13, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Hakeem Olajuwon, one of the greatest centers in NBA history. He won two championships, one MVP, one DPOY and one Finals MVP with the Houston Rockets.
Apr 14, 2022 · Learn how Hakeem Olajuwon, also known as The Dream, became one of the best centers in NBA history and a Hall of Famer. Read about his early days in Lagos, his college career at Houston, his partnership with Ralph Sampson, his championships with the Rockets and his Olympic gold medal.
Jun 21, 2024 · Hakeem Olajuwon, Nigerian-born American professional basketball player who led the Houston Rockets to consecutive NBA championships in 1994 and 1995. His signature move was the ‘Dream Shake,’ a series of feints, spins, and drop steps that he performed close to the basket.
Feb 4, 2022 · Olajuwon was the first non-American to win NBA MVP, and his legacy has inspired numerous players with African backgrounds, such as Joel Embiid, Pascal Siakam and Dikembe Mutumbo. “Hakeem is my ...
Complete career NBA stats for the Toronto Raptors Center Hakeem Olajuwon on ESPN. Includes points, rebounds, and assists.
