Hakeem Olajuwon Quotes
I remember at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Shaq always wanted me to show him steps over and over.
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.
The most important thing in a person's life is his faith and how he translates his faith into practical deeds.
I don't think Michael had to retire for us to get the spotlight, because when you win, it commands attention.
My background playing soccer gave me a natural advantage over many of the American-born players.
I love fashion as much as I love basketball! It is a great joy for me to express myself through designing my own collection.
I've now been in this country for thirteen years, since I was seventeen. So this is my second home.
In many ways, my job in soccer was like my job in basketball now. I had to protect the goal. That was the name of the game, not letting the other team score.
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.
Sports is good for health and for children, it gives them manhood, courage, teaches them team work and coordination. Sports is something that is so crucial, it makes everything.
My life is very simple. I like simplicity and for my time to be my own, so that I have the freedom to devote the majority of it to Islam.
My type of basketball is about how to create space, how to maneuver, how to get your shot off.
The key to fashion is, you don't want to look like you're trying. You've gotta be natural.
Sports plays an interesting role in society. The greatest sportsmen have platforms to speak out on issues and really affect how the public thinks about some very critical issues facing the world.