I've now been in this country for thirteen years, since I was seventeen. So this is my second home. Hakeem Olajuwon countryhavehome Change image and share on social
My background playing soccer gave me a natural advantage over many of the American-born players. Hakeem Olajuwon advantageamericanbackground Change image and share on social
I don't think Michael had to retire for us to get the spotlight, because when you win, it commands attention. Hakeem Olajuwon attentioncommandmichael Change image and share on social
All these boundaries - Africa, Asia, Malaysia, America - are set by men. But you don't have to look at boundaries when you are looking at a man - at the character of a man. The question is: What do you stand for? Are you a follower, or are you a leader? Hakeem Olajuwon africaamericaasia share on social
I'm shy, but sometimes my voice is so clear and strong. Your tongue moves, and the Arabic language is so beautiful. Hakeem Olajuwon arabicbeautifulclear Change image and share on social
God comes first. Paradise is not cheap. Hakeem Olajuwon cheapgodparadise Change image and share on social
Allah says in the Qur'an not to despise one another. So the criterion in Islam is not color or social status. It's who is most righteous. If I go to a mosque - and I'm a basketball player with money and prestige - if I go to a mosque and see an imam, I feel inferior. He's better than me. It's about knowledge. Hakeem Olajuwon allahbasketballcolor share on social
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. Hakeem Olajuwon anymoredecisiongood Change image and share on social
I was successful materially, but I know life is much more than worldly success. I saw all these blessings God had given me. The way to give thanks is obedience to God. Hakeem Olajuwon blessinggivegod Change image and share on social
I always keep a ball in the car. You never know. Hakeem Olajuwon ballcar Change image and share on social