Hakeem Olajuwon Quotes
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It's not up to anyone else to make me give my best.
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Basketball is in my blood. It is my obligation to try.
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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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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…
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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…
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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,…
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I’m shy, but sometimes my voice is so clear and strong,
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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 was successful materially, but I know life is much more than worldly success. I saw all these blessings God had given me. The way…
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When people start comparing him with (Michael) Jordan then that's not a fair comparison. Jordan was a far more superior player in a very tough…
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The key to fashion is, you don't want to look like you're trying. You've gotta be natural.
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The most important thing in a person's life is his faith and how he translates his faith into practical deeds.
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I always keep a ball in the car. You never know.
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God comes first. Paradise is not cheap.
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I'm the kind of person who always wants more.
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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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The difference must be distinguished between worship and respect. Islam orders you to obey and respect, as long as you are not worshiping anything other…
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All these boundaries - Africa, Asia, Malaysia, America - are set by men. But you don't have to look at boundaries when you are looking…
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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…
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