I don't think Michael had to retire for us to get the spotlight, because when you win, it commands attention.
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Being from Africa is the best thing that could have ever, ever happened to me. I cannot see it any other way. All of my fundamental principles that were instilled in me in my home, from my childhood, are still with me.Hakeem Olajuwon
I remember at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Shaq always wanted me to show him steps over and over.
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I've now been in this country for thirteen years, since I was seventeen. So this is my second home.
Hakeem Olajuwon
When you get to that level, it's not a matter of talent anymore - because all the players are so talented - it's about preparation, about playing smart and making good decisions.
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When I watch NBA games now on TV, what I see the most are opportunities for the big men that they are not taking advantage of. That's what I told Tim Duncan when I saw him this year at the Finals in San Antonio. When you go into the lane and they take away the jump hook, just reverse pivot. The baseline is there.
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