Enes Kanter texted Hakeem Olajuwon for advice on how to maintain a high level of play while fasting through Ramadan.

"I texted Hakeem [Olajuwon], because I met him like two years ago and I know what he did in, I think it was 1995, when he won the MVP in the playoffs. But I texted him and was like, 'Hey, how did you fast through Ramadan and play at a really high level?' And he gave me some tips. He gave me what he was eating, when he would wake up -- like at 4 in the morning -- how much water he was drinking and stuff," said Kanter.

Kanter, who is playing with a separated shoulder, said he'll take medication early in the morning and right before the game.

Kanter added that he's unconcerned about a potential drop in his level of play while fasting.

"It's just mind over matter, man. I think it just gives you so much positive vibes that just go out there to say, 'You know what, I'm doing this for God, so God [will] help me.'"