Aziz Olajuwon
#66"C/O 26 | 6'7 | 220lbs | G/F | IMG Academy | ESPN 4 ⭐️"
Stanford
Scout Report
At 6-7 with elite bloodlines and a commitment to one of the nation's premier academic institutions, this Texas native is carving his own path in the basketball world.
Background
Hailing from Houston, Texas, Aziz Olajuwon made the move to IMG Academy to elevate his game against elite national competition. Training at one of the country's most prestigious basketball programs, he's been immersed in a culture of excellence while developing alongside some of the nation's top prospects. His journey to IMG represents a commitment to maximizing his potential on both ends of the court.
Playing Style
Standing 6-7, Olajuwon possesses the ideal frame for a modern small forward with the versatility to impact multiple facets of the game. His length and athleticism allow him to defend multiple positions while creating matchup problems on the offensive end. He displays solid court vision and basketball IQ, making smart decisions with the ball in his hands. At IMG, he's refined his perimeter shooting and ball-handling skills, developing into a more complete wing player who can stretch the floor and attack closeouts effectively.
Recruitment
With 11 Division I offers including programs like Stanford, Houston, Arizona State, and Virginia, Olajuwon's recruitment reflected his rising stock as a versatile wing prospect. His commitment to Stanford demonstrates his priority on combining elite academics with high-level basketball, joining a Cardinal program known for developing well-rounded student-athletes. As the #61 player nationally in the 2026 class, he projects as a future contributor who can grow into a key piece for Stanford's system.
Updated Feb 16, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Stanford
COLLEGE
IMG Academy
PREP SCHOOL
Career Highlights
Aziz Olajuwon commits to Stanford
Son of NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon commits to the Cardinal. Top-60 national recruit brings elite size and athleticism.
Receives offer from Stanford
Offers
11
Stanford
Committed
Chose Stanford over 10 other offers
Cincinnati
Vanderbilt
Houston
Arizona State
Oklahoma StateHighlights
Social Activity
IMG Academy took down No. 11 Southeastern Prep 63–58 🚨 4⭐ Aziz Olajuwon led IMG with 24 pts for the win 😬 https://t.co/MfgXpH4wiP
Men's Basketball Recruiting for the Class of 2026. What We Learned from the Early Signing Period. Teams that won (Michigan State) and those with work to do (Kentucky), plus the latest on uncommitted five-stars and which conference is loading up for next year. @SCNext | @espn https://t.co/tyoFmEyXIa
.@StanfordMBB’s 2026 recruiting class currently sits at No. 12 in the 247Sports Team Rankings, with commitments from: 4⭐️ Aziz Olajuwon • 6’7 SF 4⭐️ Julius Price • 6’2 CG 4⭐️ Isaiah Rogers • 6’2 PG 4⭐️ Elias Obenyah • 6’4 SG HC Kyle Smith & staff signed a skilled group! https://t.co/UjPtS8ROTb
Top-12 Class 🌲🌲🌲🌲 #GoStanford x @247Sports https://x.com/StanfordMBB/status/1990480974447325409/photo/1