"Say 'a white man' in Nigeria, they take you more seriously" - How Hakeem Olajuwon told his parents he's going to the U.S.

Hakeem Olajuwon's decision to go to the US was a significant one. He had to break the news to his parents. Olajuwon found a way to make his announcement more convincing.

Further details about this story are available from the Basketball Network. The network shares Olajuwon's experience of telling his parents about his plans.

The story provides insight into Olajuwon's past, but full information can be found through the Basketball Network's account of his experience.