Macon, GA, October 1, 2026 — Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, son of NBA Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon, has reportedly committed to play college basketball for Southern Methodist University (SMU).

The commitment was first reported by the Macon Telegraph. Specific details regarding the timing of the commitment or Olajuwon’s planned course of study at SMU were not immediately available.

Abdul-Malik Olajuwon is a prospective college basketball player. His father, Hakeem Olajuwon, enjoyed a storied career in the National Basketball Association, winning two championships with the Houston Rockets and earning multiple accolades, including MVP awards.

SMU, located in Dallas, Texas, competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) of NCAA Division I. The Mustangs men’s basketball program has a history of competitive play. The recruitment of Olajuwon signifies a notable addition to the team’s future roster.

Further information concerning Abdul-Malik Olajuwon’s recruitment process, his specific athletic achievements, or any statements from SMU coaching staff or Olajuwon himself were not detailed in the initial report from the Macon Telegraph. The report indicated the commitment, but no further context or future plans were provided.

The Macon Telegraph is a newspaper serving Macon, Georgia. Its reporting on Olajuwon’s commitment is the sole source of this information as presented.


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