Hakeem Olajuwon’s Son Signs with Ragin’ Cajuns

LAFAYETTE, La. (103.3 The Goat) - The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball program announced a signing yesterday and the last name of this young man is a familiar one.

Rahman Olajuwon, a transfer from Tyler Junior College in Texas, has been signed to the Cajuns basketball team.

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Yep, Olajuwon, as in the son of NBA legend and Hall of Famer, Hakeem Olajuwon.

Who Is Rahman Olajuwon?

Rahman is a native of Houston and played only one season at Tyler JC after graduating high school in 2024 from Clements High School in Sugar Land, Texas.

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Playing Time at Tyler Junior College

The 6-foot-8 forward started 13 games at Tyler JC last season, helping the team make the Region XIV Quarterfinals.

International Experience on Jordan Team

He was also a member of the Jordan National Team this summer.

Excitement Under Coach Quannas White

Olajuwon joins a Ragin' Cajuns team that has a lot of buzz within the community as new head coach Quannas White has brought some excitement back to the program with a slew of transfers and top high school signees.

Rahman Olajuwon will have a small window to get acclimated to the team as school starts next week for the University of Louisiana.

Looking Ahead to 2025-26 Season

The men's basketball team kicks off its 2025-26 season on Monday, November 3 at Ball State as part of the MAC-SBC Challenge.

See the full Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball schedule here.