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Denver Nuggets News / HITC / November 2
Why Hakeem Olajuwon once ‘dunked’ 100 McDonald’s chicken nuggets in five hours
Hakeem Olajuwon is remembered for a lot of reasons, but one story not many fans know about is the time he ate 100 chicken nuggets. Hakeem Olajuwon is one of the most well-respected players in the history of the NBA.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 18
Ralph Sampson Says Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Would Do This Today
In the mid-1980s, the Houston Rockets put two 7-footers on the floor at the same time and dared the league to figure them out. Ralph Sampson and Hakeem Olajuwon, the “Twin Towers,” were a matchup problem without a clear answer.
SMU Lands Major 2027 Commitment With Familiar Texas Basketball Name
DALLAS — Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, a four-star guard in the Class of 2027 and the son of Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon, committed to the SMU Mustangs on Oct.
The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8
Why Zion Williamson, Pelicans believe Yves Missi can become next Hakeem Olajuwon-level DPOY
The New Orleans Pelicans have spent years searching for a defensive anchor who can turn the paint into a place opponents would rather avoid. Yves Missi might finally provide the answer, though the expectations surrounding the young center have grown considerably since starring for Cameroon this summer.
15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them
The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1
Hakeem Olajuwon’s youngest son has made his college decision
Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, the youngest son of NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon, has now decided where he will play college basketball. Abdul-Malik has decided to play for the SMU Mustangs.
NBA News / Bring Me The Sports / September 17
Gophers’ pursuit of Malik Olajuwon heats up with rescheduled visit
The Gophers remain busy in the 2027 high school recruiting class, and four-star guard Malik Olajuwon is quickly becoming one of their top targets. The son of Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon will reportedly be on the University of Minnesota campus for a visit this weekend.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 1
2-Time All-Star Details How Hakeem Olajuwon Impacted His NBA Career
Hakeem Olajuwon is widely considered to be one of the greatest centers of all-time, leading the Houston Rockets to two NBA championships during the 1990s.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19
Hakeem Olajuwon’s son includes Texas Tech, Kansas State as finalists
12-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame inductee Hakeem Olajuwon is one of the most decorated players in the history of the game, and now his son is trying to follow in his footsteps.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 19
Shaquille O’Neal Reveals Toughest Player He Had To Guard, Favorite Dunk, And More
Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal was featured on Boardroom’s latest cover story, and he also sat down with their Yoni Mernick for a rapid-fire session. O’Neal answered a wide variety of questions during it regarding business, basketball, and more.
NBA News / Bring Me The Sports / August 13
Gophers schedule official visits with a pair of 4-star guards
The Gophers landed their first 2027 commitment from Texas forward Isaiah Santos last month, and they're looking for another. They've locked in official visits with four-star guards Malik Olajuwon and Jaxson Davis, a source confirmed to Bring Me The News.
San Antonio Spurs News / HITC / August 7
Victor Wembanyama pays reported $100k a week to train with Hakeem Olajuwon
Victor Wembenyama is calling on some of the older generation in a bid to go one step better when the NBA season starts again. Victor Wembanyama’s progress last season was clear to anyone watching.
San Antonio Spurs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama puts in more work with Hakeem Olajuwon to level up
Following their NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks, the San Antonio Spurs knew they needed to put in some work to get back. Victor Wembanyama has been at the forefront of this, working out with Hakeem Olajuwon and trying to learn from the legendary center, according to Jared Weiss of The Athletic.
Boston Celtics News / HITC / July 30
Boston Celtics’ $56 million man reveals $100,000 Hakeem Olajuwon snub
Neemias Queta may have just signed a big money contract with the Boston Celtics, but he still won’t pay to learn from one of the NBA’s greatest. Any center that comes into the NBA would snap someone’s hand off if it meant they could have Hakeem Olajuwon’s career.
Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22
Bucks’ Kel’el Ware working out with Hakeem Olajuwon catches everyone’s attention after Giannis trade
The Milwaukee Bucks have their eyes on the future after recently trading franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat in a deal that brought back a slew of young players and draft assets.
NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / July 5
Michael Jordan Reveals Why He’d Pick Hakeem Olajuwon for His Pickup Team
Michael Jordan rarely praises his peers without a very good reason. He knows what it takes to build an unbeatable roster on the court. When pressed to name his ideal pickup squad, he built it around the skills of Hakeem Olajuwon.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 7
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards builds a surprising dream NBA starting five
Anthony Edwards has never lacked confidence, and his latest answer during a conversation with longtime NBA broadcaster Ahmad Rashad showed exactly that.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / February 9
Hakeem Olajuwon reveals which NBA legends gave him the most trouble
Olajuwon faced every elite center in his era, and a few of them forced him to switch things up.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 20, 2025
Hakeem Olajuwon’s son announces his college decision
Little Dream is officially headed to play basketball in the ACC. Aziz Olajuwon, the son of basketball icon Hakeem Olajuwon, has committed to Stanford University for college.
San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / September 10, 2025
Spurs star has an action-packed offseason worthy of a movie montage
After Victor Wembanyama had to miss the second half of the season due to blood clots, he spent the summer preparing for his return in a very cinematic manner.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 9, 2025
Rockets' Hakeem Olajuwon Misses Top-Four Positional Ranking
Hakeem Olajuwon was a unicorn on the court. It's not often that you find a big man with the footwork and agility of a point guard. Nowadays in the small ball era that exists, wings are often moved to the center position, so it's not far-fetched to see a center moving as well as Olajuwon. This was before that. And Olajuwon was a 7-footer.
Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / June 29, 2025
Oklahoma State Offers 2026 Top 100 Hooper Aziz Olajuwon
The year was 1994, and every kid in America was glued to the television in hopes of catching a Houston Rockets basketball game. For some reason, a small-town sports journalist from southeast Oklahoma became a fan.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 17, 2025
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins Hall of Fame company with Game 5 performance
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard is a win away from his first NBA championship, but he's already put himself in conversation with basketball legends following a historic Game 5 performance.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / June 13, 2025
Hakeem Olajuwon's Son Aziz Shows Flashes Of Talent At Top 100 Basketball Camp
The son of Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon, Aziz, has been balling out during his recent appearances at the NBPA Top 100 Camp. While showing flashes of brilliance with his smooth offensive play, the son of the Rockets center is garnering a lot of attention on social media.
Houston Rockets News / Fastbreak on SI / May 30, 2025
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.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 18, 2025
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.
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