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The Dream!!!

Hakeem Abdul Olajuwon.

Born in Lagos, Nigeria,1963.Lives in the United States.
Hakeem's career in sport began in football and handball. But a star was born after he turned his attention and strength and speed to the basketball field. His 18-year basketball career earned him the title of one of the greatest players in the history of the NBA.
While playing for the Houston Rockets and Canadian Toronto Raptors, he was a two-times NBA champion, got to the NBA finals twice. Plus, he secured many accomplishments, such as 'NBA's most valuable player" in 1994 and 12 times 'NBA All-Star'.
After his retirement from basketball, he entered the real estate market and is a Houston icon and beloved member of the community.

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