He completely redefined the Center position in the NBA. Hakeem "The Dream" Olajuwon came to the United States from Nigeria as a 7 foot tall soccer player who learned the game of basketball from Coach Guy Lewis at the University of Houston, was drafted # 1 overall by the hometown Houston Rockets in the 1984 draft and went on to become one of the greatest centers in the history of the NBA. A true rags to riches story, Olajuwon led his "Phi Slamma Jamma" Houston Cougars to 3 Final Four appearances and was a force from the moment he entered the NBA leading the Rockets to a 19 game improvement from the previous season. Olajuwon went on to lead the Rockets to their only 2 NBA World Championships in 1994 and 1995. In 1994, he became the only player in NBA history to win regular season MVP, Finals MVP and Defensive Player of the Year awards in the same season. He was also the NBA Finals MVP in 1995. Olajuwon was a 12 time NBA All Star, 2 time Defensive MVP and is a Hall of Famer and all NBA 50 member. Olajuwon is not only one of the greatest players in the game but also extremely successful off the court.

Since his retirement he has moved to Jordan and rarely makes it back to the United States. Collectors who have clamored for his signature always had trouble when he played as he was not a prolific signor, but since he retired has become nearly impossible to obtain. Insiders today only have the opportunity to acquire an 8x10 color photo autographed by Hakeem "The Dream" Olajuwon authenticated by PSA/DNA for only $69.88. Similar items are selling on legitimate websites and retail stores in excess of $100 and are increasingly difficult to obtain. This is a great opportunity to add a difficult signature to your basketball collection. Order now!

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