Olajuwon's coaches initially didn’t like his playstyle but got behind his back as soon as they saw how effective it was.

It was about mentality. What stood out to Olajuwon wasn't just James' talent, but his discipline. There was no ego in the gym. Just a student and a teacher, both masters in their own right.

Hakeem Olajuwon isn't just a Houston legend. He's an NBA legend. He's easily one of the greatest to ever play the sport, irrespective of position. He's also bec ...