Hakeem Olajuwon Signed Career Highlight Stat Jersey - "The Dream"

Hakeem Abdul Olajuwon played 18 seasons in the NBA (1984-2002), establishing himself as one of the greatest and most complete centers in basketball history. Born in Nigeria and recruited to play college basketball at the University of Houston, "The Dream" brought a unique combination of athleticism, footwork, and basketball IQ that revolutionized center play. His incredible two-way dominance and leadership led the Houston Rockets to their only NBA championships.

• Career averages: 21.8 PPG, 11.1 RPG, 2.5 APG, 3.1 BPG
• 2× NBA Champion (1994, 1995)
• NBA MVP (1994)
• 2× NBA Finals MVP (1994, 1995)
• 2× NBA Defensive Player of the Year (1993, 1994)
• 12× NBA All-Star (1985-1997)
• 6× All-NBA First Team
• 5× All-NBA Defensive First Team
• All-time leader in blocks (3,830)
• NBA Hall of Fame (2008)

Toronto Raptors (2001-2002)
Houston Rockets (1984-2001)
University of Houston (1981-1984)

Olajuwon revolutionized center play with his incredible footwork and signature "Dream Shake" move that became unstoppable. He proved that centers could be dominant on both ends of the floor, leading the league in blocks while maintaining elite offensive production. His back-to-back championships and Finals MVPs in 1994-95 represent one of the greatest individual peaks in NBA history. He remains the all-time leader in blocked shots and is considered the most skilled big man ever to play the game. His influence on modern centers and international players cannot be overstated.