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Oscar Robertson vs Hakeem Olajuwon
Which player? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Oscar Robertson Cincinnati Royals · 1938– 49% · #17 in the world
- Hakeem Olajuwon Houston Rockets · 1963– 51% · #14 in the world
What the votes say
Too close to call: the world picks Hakeem Olajuwon over Oscar Robertson by just 51% to 49%. Hakeem Olajuwon is #14 of the 250 NBA players in the world ranking, and #1 of the 12 of the Houston Rockets. Oscar Robertson is #17.
Side by side
| Oscar Robertson | Hakeem Olajuwon | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #17 | #14 |
| Team | Cincinnati Royals | Houston Rockets |
| Born | 1938 | 1963 |