Hakeem Olajuwon Had a Perfect Response to Victor Wembanyama's Request
Jan 31, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half at Frost Bank Center.
Before he entered the NBA, Victor Wembanyama received comparisons that seemed impossible to live up to. At just 19 years old, murmurings that he could be the next Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Mark Eaton, or Hakeem Olajuwon took social media by storm.
With two seasons under his belt, Wembanyama has somehow lived up to the hype, showing potential and flashes that he could be the next legendary big man to revolutionize the game.
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During the NCAA Final Four, he was seen chatting with Olajuwon, who was there to cheer on his Houston Cougars.
In an interview with Ari Alexander, "The Dream" revealed what they spoke about.
"He's approachable, very humble," praised Olajuwon. "I was very impressed with the way he carried himself. He was just talking about his blood clot, now he's ready [to return]. It was a very nice interaction."
Since retiring, Olajuwon has worked with countless NBA players, mostly focusing on the footwork that helped define his Hall of Fame career.
"He asked about [training sessions], I told him, 'You have everything! Just have fun with it,'" Olajuwon continued. "I said, 'You don't need it!' He said, 'Well, I'd love to learn anyway.'"
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Wembanyama has long made it clear that he wants to be known as one of the best to ever do it, and he's soaked up any advice he can get. Anthony Davis, LeBron James, Chris Paul, and Durant have all shared words with Wembanyama, and he's never seemed insulted by the limitless advice he's been offered.
In fact, based on Olajuwon's comments, it sounds like he's often the one asking for pointers despite his undeniable talents.
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