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Michael Jordan vs Hakeem Olajuwon
Which player? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls · 1963– 69% · #1 in the world
- Hakeem Olajuwon Houston Rockets · 1963– 31% · #14 in the world
What the votes say
A clear win: the world picks Michael Jordan over Hakeem Olajuwon, 69% to 31%. Michael Jordan is #1 of the 250 NBA players in the world ranking. Hakeem Olajuwon is #14, and #1 of the 12 of the Houston Rockets.
Side by side
| Michael Jordan | Hakeem Olajuwon | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #1 | #14 |
| Team | Chicago Bulls | Houston Rockets |
| Born | 1963 | 1963 |