When it comes to developing as a big man in basketball, there is one former NBA star whom players seem to flock to in Hakeem Olajuwon. Olajuwon is considered one of the best players of all-time, and one of the most skilled centers ever. San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was among the latest to receive training from the Hall of Fame center. And for Minnesota Gophers commit Chadrack Mpoyi, Olajuwon is the reason why his game is that of a traditional center.

“First of all, I started playing basketball only a couple of years ago, like five years ago. I used to watch Hakeem Olajuwon, he was the top big man, so that’s why I play like that,” Mpoyi told ClutchPoints in an exclusive interview. “But I just need to improve my basketball skills overall.”

At 6 feet 11 inches, Mpoyi has impos

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