"If you work hard and you play well, all those critics quiet themselves pretty quickly."
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About Hakeem Olajuwon
Hakeem Olajuwon is a Nigerian-American former professional basketball player. He was born in 1963 in Lagos, Nigeria. Olajuwon is considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time and is known for his exceptional skills on both offense and defense. He played the majority of his career for the Houston Rockets in the NBA, where he led the team to back-to-back championships in 1994 and 1995. Olajuwon was known for his incredible footwork, shot-blocking ability, and signature move, the 'Dream Shake.' He is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame.
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