Is Hakeem Olajuwon the best center ever?

In 17 total matchups, Olajuwon was never outscored in a game by any of those three. During this two-year period, Olajuwon was at the peak of his powers. Offensively and defensively, it was the highest level any center has ever reached. That is why Hakeem Olajuwon is the best center who ever played the game.

What records does Hakeem Olajuwon have?

Selected to twelve NBA All Star games, Olajuwon holds the NBA record for blocked shots (3,830) and is the only player to record more than 3,000 blocked shots and 2,000 steals in a career. The 1994 NBA regular season Most Valuable Player recorded 26,946 points and 13,748 rebounds during his career.

Who is better Tim Duncan or Hakeem Olajuwon?

Olajuwon is 11th on the all-time NBA scoring list (26,946 points), 13th in rebounding (13,748) and first in blocks (3.830). Duncan ranks 14th in scoring (26,496 points), sixth in rebounding (15,091) and fifth in blocks (3,020).

How many 3s did Hakeem make?

Hakeem Olajuwon buried 25 shots from downtown in his career.

Who is better wilt or Hakeem?

Hakeem was a better free throw shooter. Other than that, Wilt was better in every way, and by far. Hakeem was one of the greatest centers of all time, but you don’t mention him in the same breath as you mention Wilt. If Wilt ever had the chance to play against Hakeem, it would be painful to watch.

How many times did Hakeem Olajuwon win MVP?

Hakeem Olajuwon is a two-time NBA champion, a former MVP and widely considered one of the greatest centers ever. In 1993-94, Hakeem Olajuwon became the first player to be named MVP, Defensive Player of the Year and Finals MVP in the same season.

Is Hakeem a Hall of Fame?

2008
Hakeem Olajuwon/Hall of fame inductions

Who is better Olajuwon or Shaq?

In 20 regular season matchups, Shaq has gotten the better of Hakeem, leading his teams to 14 wins and six losses. Hakeem outscored Shaq 32.8 points per game to Shaq’s 28.0 points per game. To Shaq’s credit, he was only in his third season while Hakeem was at the top of his game.

When was Hakeem Olajuwon last game?

2002
Toronto Raptors (2001–2002) In his first game with the Raptors, he scored 11 points in just 22 minutes of playing time against the Magic. Olajuwon averaged career lows of 7.1 points and 6.0 rebounds per game in what would be his final season in the NBA, as he decided to retire in the fall of 2002, due to a back injury.

How many seasons Hakeem?

Center Hakeem Olajuwon played 18 seasons for the Rockets and Raptors. His career averages were 21.8 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 1,238 regular season games. Olajuwon won 1 MVP Award, was selected to play in 12 All-Star Games, and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2008.

Did Wilt play against Kareem?

They played against each other 27 times, including 11 games in the playoffs of 1971 and 1972. Chamberlain’s teams won 14 of the 27 games, while Jabbar’s teams won 13. In the 1972 season, Kareem outscored Wilt 201-70 in their five regular season games.