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San Antonio Spurs News / The SportsRush / June 10
Citing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar And Hakeem Olajuwon, Rockets Legend Praises Victor Wembanyama For Embracing Monk Life
Over the past weekend, San Antonio’s young star, Victor Wembanyama, travelled to China and visited a Shaolin Temple in Zhengzhou, which has seemingly sparked global NBA fandom attention.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / June 10
Vernon Maxwell Calls Out Michael Jordan For Being In Basketball Shape In 1995 And Still Losing
The Houston Rockets team of the early 1990s was one of the best basketball squads in history. The team, led by Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon, won the title in back-to-back years in 1993-1994 and 1994-1995, on the back of Olajuwon’s MVP and DPOY season in 1994.
NBA News / The SportsRush / June 9
Shaquille O’Neal Reveals He Worked Out With Hakeem Olajuwon Prior To Being 'Embarrassed' By Him In 1995
Shaquille O’Neal has a history of criticizing the lack of intensity and physicality in today’s NBA. Ahead of Game 2 of the Pacers vs. Thunder Finals, he revisited the topic, calling out players for showing no animosity toward each other.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / The SportsRush / June 6
Echoing Kenny Smith, Vernon Maxwell Uses Strong Words to Clear Air About Michael Jordan’s Hiatus
In the 1990s, the Houston Rockets ruled as one of the teams to beat in the NBA, eventually capturing consecutive titles in 1994 and 1995. Championships that coincided with Michael Jordan’s first retirement.
Houston Rockets News / Fastbreak on SI / May 30
Houston Rockets Post Video Of NBA Legend Hakeem Olajuwon
Hakeem Olajuwon was one of the most dominant players in NBA history. The Hall of Fame center spent 17 of his 18 seasons in the NBA with the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander would join elite group by winning NBA Finals MVP
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder are headed to the NBA Finals. And on Wednesday night, Gilgeous-Alexander took home his second MVP trophy of the season, adding the Western Conference Finals MVP honor to his resume.
NBA News / The SportsRush / May 27
'Didn’t Have The Bag Of Tricks Hakeem Olajuwon Had': Shaquille O’Neal Not As Skilled As 1984 Draftee, Says Former Sonics Star
The 1990s were perhaps the most successful era for big-men. Not from a championship perspective due to one Michael Jordan, but rather the sheer density of talent at the center position.
The 'Yearly NBA playoffs points-per-game leaders' quiz
How many of the yearly NBA playoff leaders in points-per-game in the post-merger era (1977 to present) can you name in five minutes?
Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 12
‘Are you crazy’… LA Lakers legend stunned at Hakeem Olajuwon, Nikola Jokic, Shaquille O’Neal ‘start, bench cut’ verdict
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has been playing at an elite level over the past five years and is already in the all-time conversations. Nikola Jokic is aiming to drive the Denver Nuggets on to win a second NBA title despite their temporary coaching situation.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12
Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Among Best No. 1 Picks
The Houston Rockets could have their turn on the clock by winning tonight's NBA Draft Lottery, where they hold the ninth-best odds at landing the No. 1 overall pick.
NBA News / The SportsRush / May 11
Taking Offense To Rick Carisle’s Statement, Kenny Smith Defends Hakeem Olajuwon From Evan Mobley Comparisons
NBA analysts and pundits professing their hot takes when it comes to comparing current players to the past is a daily occurrence. But rarely do we see an NBA coach give us one.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 9
History shows it's possible Cavaliers and Celtics can bounce back
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics are in trouble after losing their first two playoff games at home. It's tough to come back in that situation, but six teams have previously done it.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Toni Kukoc Reveals Why Hakeem Olajuwon Is His Best Center Of All Time
Hall of Famer Toni Kukoc recently told Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson that Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon is his best center of all time. Kukoc, who won three championships with Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen on the Chicago Bulls, raved about Olajuwon’s fundamentals. “To me, Hakeem is the best center of all time,” Kukoc said.
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / April 30
NBA Champion Makes Surprise Choice Between David Robinson And Hakeem Olajuwon
One of the greatest debates during the 1990s was the best center during the era. The top two names mentioned were David Robinson of the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets' Hakeem Olajuwon.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 18
Sons of Hakeem Olajuwon Join Canada Basketball U-19 Training Camp Roster
Canada Basketball’s U-19 camp is getting a touch of NBA royalty. Abdul Aziz and Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, the sons of Basketball Hall of Famer and former Toronto Raptors center Hakeem Olajuwon, are among 47 athletes invited to Canada Basketball’s U-19 men’s national team assessment camp this weekend in Toronto.
San Antonio Spurs News / Fastbreak on SI / April 14
NBA Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Makes Feelings Clear About Victor Wembanyama
Hakeem Olajuwon is one of the best centers in NBA history. Recently, the Houston Rockets legend was seen sitting with San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / February 27
Rocket Star Reveals How Hakeem Olajuwon Almost Killed Him In The Locker Room
Former Houston Rockets star Vernon Maxwell was a guest on 'All The Smoke'. When asked by Matt Barnes about the rumors of Hakeem Olajuwon slapping him in a Rockets locker room, Maxwell admitted the story was true.
NBA News / Basketball Network / November 30
Hakeem Olajuwon and Shaq's former agent talked about their time together: 'Shaq said I respected Hakeem way too much'
NBA agent Leonard Armato had the rare opportunity to represent two of the league's most iconic figures, Shaquille O'Neal and Hakeem Olajuwon. This circumstance allowed Armato to work with the legendary big men and gave him insight into their perspectives on sharing the same agent.
Houston Rockets News / Basketball Network / November 19
'I would never use the injury to negotiate a contract. I use my skills' - When Hakeem Olajuwon shut down rumors about faking an injury
Although Hakeem Olajuwon is definitely the biggest name in the history of the Houston Rockets franchise, everything almost fell apart due to a contract dispute accompanied by an alleged fake injury on Hakeem's part.
NBA News / Basketball Network / November 19
'Before the game started, I talked about your mama, I bully you in your face' - Shaq names Hakeem Olajuwon as the only player he 'couldn't break mentally'
During the Chicago Bulls' reign in the 1990s, Shaquille O'Neal stood out as the only superstar who had the prospect of eliminating Michael Jordan and clinching an NBA championship in the same playoff run.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 23
Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon to be Featured in Upcoming Biography
Fans of the Houston Rockets will get a chance to learn more about the greatest player of their franchise. The Ringer's Mirin Fader is releasing her latest biography, which will highlight the life and career of Hakeem Olajuwon.
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / June 20
Houston Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Goes Viral After Intense Workout Video at Age 61
Hakeem Olajuwon is regarded as one of the best ever to play in the NBA and even at age 61, the Houston Rockets legend can still ball. A recent video of Olajuwon teaching some drills to a couple of young basketball players at John Lucas Enterprises.
The best NBA players of all time from outside the U.S.
The NBA has really developed into an international league in recent years. Here are the 20 best international players in NBA history.
Hakeem Olajuwon: Career retrospective
Besides Jordan, Hakeem is the only other star player to win an NBA championship from 1991-98. And how could we forget the Dream Shake? Let’s take a moment to appreciate the greatness and look back on Hakeem Olajuwon’s career.
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