Nigerian - Athlete | January 21, 1963 -
I'm the kind of person who always wants more.
Hakeem Olajuwon
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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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I've now been in this country for thirteen years, since I was seventeen. So this is my second home.
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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.
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When I look at the system here and look at my position - not just as a basketball player, but when I look around me at the values of the people and the culture and compare them with the values of where I came from - I feel so blessed to be from Africa.
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My background playing soccer gave me a natural advantage over many of the American-born players.
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I'm shy, but sometimes my voice is so clear and strong. Your tongue moves, and the Arabic language is so beautiful.
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My type of basketball is about how to create space, how to maneuver, how to get your shot off.
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I love fashion as much as I love basketball! It is a great joy for me to express myself through designing my own collection.
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