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HAKEEM'S DREAM SEASON CLIMAXES WITH DEFENSIVE AWARD. New York, NY, May 14, 1993 - Houston's Hakeem Olajuwon, the league blocked-shot leader in three of the last four seasons, has been named the 1993 NBA Defensive Player of the Year. In 1992-93, the 7-0 Nigerian rejected 55 more shots (342) than any other player, led all centers in steals (150) and was second in defensive rebounds (785). He captured 74% of the possible votes.
Bill provides Knicks with a fluid offense and plays a key role in team's defensive setup. He was a big scorer on intercollegiate circuit, scoring 2,503 points in an 83-game Princeton varsity career.
When Michael Cooper watched Sykes, he saw a little bit of himself. "It's a match made in heaven," the Dream coach said. She really was a perfect fit. In 2017, the guard led all first-year players in points and rebounds and was one of three unanimous selections to the All-Rookie team.
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