Growing up in Nigeria as a teen
And well known in the soccer scene
He developed skills for his future
Agility and coordination and culture
Known first to America as Akeem
He came to Houston to join a team
Quickly thereafter became top star
And found fame both near and far
He was chosen first in the NBA draft
And became adept at his defensive craft
But struggled with a quick, rough temper
A true leader needs to check his anger
Years past and no rings were acquired
Although for him it was much desired
He let us know his real name was Hakeem
Meaning wise in Arabic, a lofty meme
For which he now strove to live up to
He became more patient, smart and grew
And finally his big break came one day
Clyde, fellow Phi Slamma Jamma, came to play
They became an unstoppable force together
And won back-to-back rings to remember forever
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