Malik Olajuwon, a four-star shooting guard and son of NBA Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon, has committed to Southern Methodist University (SMU) for his college basketball career. The 6-foot-4 senior from IMG Academy in Florida announced his decision to Rivals, choosing the Mustangs over offers from Minnesota, Virginia Tech, TCU, Texas Tech, and Kansas State. This commitment represents a significant addition for SMU’s 2027 recruiting class.