The degree of difficulty on a lot of those shots is freakin incredible. That he could make them while being doubled and tripled is nothing short of genius.
This was just half of his game. The other half was on the defensive end. It doesn't do him justice just think of him as a scorer.
The Spurs should change their floor back to the old pink and aqua. That was cool. I liked the Spursies so much better back then.
Hakeem's the reason I'm a die-hard Rockets fan. You will never and I mean NEVER see a Center with a face up game like he has. His versatility was amazing...he'd cross you over, back you down or dunk on anyone with ease!
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where's the "Jordan for 3!! BLOCKED by Olajuwon!!" video? houston was truly blessed to have Hakeem. the man was unbelieveable. i'm happy i was fortunate enough to watch his entire career.
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It sickens me to think that the exact same play occurring today, but involving someone like Kobe and Yao, would likely result in Kobe flailing his arms like an airbag just deployed into his chest, and going to the line for 3 freebies. Oh, 90's NBA...how I miss thee.
