Famous quote by Hakeem Olajuwon

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Basketball is in my blood. It is my obligation to try
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"Basketball is in my blood. It is my obligation to try"

- Hakeem Olajuwon

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Nigeria Flag This quote is written / told by Hakeem Olajuwon somewhere between January 21, 1963 and today. He/she was a famous Athlete from Nigeria. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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