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Photo: Shaquille O'Neal, Dwight Howard / Instagram   Dwight Howard wants to step into the ring with Shaquille O'Neal , but Shaq says not so fast. After seeing the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight, Howard called out Shaq on social media, asking him to fight. "Shaq, wassup up let's make bread," Howard tweeted, along with a boxing glove and laughing-crying emoji. Shaq quickly shut down the challenge, writing, "Gotta have more than one ring to get in the ring with me. I'll stick with a real champion like @RobGronkowski, and you can have the Superman belt, all yours buddy." While Dwight Howard won an NBA title with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020, Shaq has four NBA championships to his name. Photo: Shaquille O'Neal / Instagram   Howard's challenge came after the Netflix event between Tyson and Paul. When someone pointed out that Howard hadn't tagged Shaq, Howard responded, "I'm blocked lol." Shaq then explained that if Howard rea...

Photo: Shaquille O'Neal, Charles Barkley (Instagram) On Oct. 22, Bronny James made NBA history by playing alongside his father, LeBron James , in the Los Angeles Lakers' season opener. It was the first time a father and son played together in the league. However, basketball legends Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley believe Bronny still needs time to grow. On Inside the NBA , both agreed that Bronny should focus on improving his game. Before the game, Barkley, 61, spoke about Bronny’s health after his cardiac arrest in 2023. Though Bronny is now healthy, Barkley said he doesn’t think Bronny is ready for the NBA . "He should be in the G League," Barkley said, noting that Bronny's best skill is defense, but he's not yet a solid point or shooting guard. Photo: Bronny James (Instagram) Bronny's debut was brief, playing just three minutes. He missed two shots but grabbed a rebound. After the game, Shaq, 52, said it was a proud moment for the James fa...

Photo: Shaquille O'Neal (Instagram) Eric Kilburn Jr., a 16-year-old from Goodrich, Michigan, has set the 2025 Guinness World Record for having the largest hands and feet for a teenager. Standing at six-foot-eleven, he wears size 23 shoes, making it almost impossible to find shoes that fit in regular stores. But basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal , who understands the struggle, stepped in to help. Kilburn's story gained attention last year after a news article shared his challenge of finding shoes that fit. Soon after, support started pouring in. Kilburn said, "We made hundreds of calls to different shoe companies, asking if they could make shoes my size, but many said no unless I was a professional athlete." Kilburn, a high school football player, got help from companies like Under Armour and Puma, who offered to make him custom shoes. In the meantime, Shaquille O'Neal sent him several large boxes filled with clothes and shoes, as O’Neal also has big feet and ...

Photo: Instagram/Bronny James Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James clinched his first NBA win on Wednesday, helping the team secure their first Summer League victory after facing online scrutiny.  The 19-year-old guard, and son of basketball legend LeBron James , scored 12 points, including a crucial 17-foot pull-up jumper, leading the Lakers to an 87-86 win over the Atlanta Hawks at the Thomas & Mack Centre. Bronny has been under intense pressure, facing backlash and claims of nepotism. Despite the criticism, he acknowledged the support of his parents, LeBron and Savannah James , who have encouraged him to stay focused. Photo: Instagram/Bronny James Adding to his support system, basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal , known affectionately as "Uncle Shaq," offered words of encouragement. "Keep playing hard, Bronny. Uncle Shaq loves you," O'Neal said, understanding the pressures Bronny faces, as his own son Shareef has pursued a similar path. Rich Paul , ...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal Shaquille O'Neal has a wild plan to make $100 million this NBA season. The Hall of Fame center wants to bet $1 million on the Chicago Bulls to win the NBA Finals. On his podcast, "The Big Podcast with Shaq," he tried to get UFC owner Dana White to join him in the bet. "If we bet $1 million on the Chicago Bulls, who have the worst odds ever, and they win it, we win $100 million. ... I want that $100 million! I want the Chicago Bulls," O'Neal joked. "Shaq, that's crazy," White responded. "How about you put up $500,000 and I put up $500,000, and we play Baccarat and actually win?" Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal O'Neal didn't like that idea. He prefers to play craps. He also asked White if he would put up $250,000 with him and two others to reach the $1 million. White said no. According to Fanatics Sportsbook, the Bulls' odds to win the NBA Finals in 2024-25 are +50,000. If O'...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal Shaquille O'Neal doesn't agree with Shannon Sharpe ranking Wilt Chamberlain as the third-best center of all time. On a recent episode of his podcast, Shaq responded to Sharpe's list, which placed Shaq as the third-greatest center. Shaq usually dismisses Sharpe's basketball opinions because Sharpe is a former football player, not a basketball expert. However, Shaq took this ranking seriously and made his case for being ranked ahead of Wilt Chamberlain. Shaq pointed out that while Wilt averaged 50 points per game in a season, he only won two championships. "The ultimate stat you're supposed to look at is championships," Shaq said. He also mentioned how injuries prevented him from surpassing Wilt in total points scored. Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal Shaq was also surprised that Bill Russell was ranked two places below Wilt despite beating him in two NBA Finals and eliminating him five times in the conference fin...

Photo: Instagram/Dirk Nowitzki In 1997, an 18-year-old Dirk Nowitzki stunned the basketball world by scoring 52 points against NBA stars Michael Jordan , Scottie Pippen , and Charles Barkley . The game was part of Nike's "Hoop Heroes Tour," where top NBA players faced off against local talent in Germany. At the time, Dirk was fulfilling his mandatory military service in Germany. In a recent interview with Shaquille O'Neal on "The Big Podcast," Nowitzki shared his memories of that remarkable game. "It was mandatory in Germany for a while. When that team came over to Germany, I was actually in the Army. I did two months of regular basic training, which was a couple of months before those games," Dirk told Shaq. Dirk was placed in a special sports unit within the military that allowed him to train full-time while serving. This unique experience helped shape his future career. "I could train in the morning, train in the evening, and that's r...

Photo: Instagram/Victor Wembanyama Victor Wembanyama , the towering 7-foot-4 rookie, etched his name in NBA history books with a jaw-dropping 40-point, 20-rebound, and seven-assist performance, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a thrilling 130-126 overtime victory against the New York Knicks. Wembanyama's stellar outing not only marked a career-high but also positioned him as the first rookie to achieve a 40-20 game since the legendary Shaquille O'Neal over three decades ago.  His remarkable feat also established a new milestone in Spurs' history, becoming the first player to record a 40-point, 20-rebound, five-assist game for the franchise. Photo: Instagram/Victor Wembanyama Addressing the euphoric Frost Bank Center crowd post-game, Wembanyama expressed gratitude for the unwavering support, acknowledging the pivotal role fans played in the team's resurgence.  Despite a formidable challenge from Knicks guard Jalen Brunson , who amassed a career-high 61 points, Wembanyam...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal In a recent development, basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal has signaled his desire to be involved with a potential NBA team in Las Vegas, initially expressing a solo ownership ambition. However, in a more recent statement, O'Neal expressed openness to collaboration, stating, "With LeBron, without LeBron, I just want to be involved." O'Neal's interest in Las Vegas basketball ownership aligns with LeBron James ' longstanding connection to the city's rumored expansion team. While LeBron had previously hinted at a partnership with the Fenway Sports Group, O'Neal now emphasizes his preference for independent ownership. Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal The former teammates, who shared the court with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2009-10 season, have different paths post-retirement. O'Neal served as a minority owner of the Sacramento Kings from 2013 to 2022 and currently works as a broadcaster on TNT's...

Photo: Instagram/Tom Brady According to The New York Times , Tom Brady has suffered a significant financial loss of $30 million due to the collapse of cryptocurrency company FTX. In 2021, Brady had entered into an agreement with FTX, receiving $30 million in stock as compensation for his promotional work for the company on television ads and at conferences. His former wife, Gisele Bundchen , also received a substantial amount of $18 million in stock. Unfortunately, FTX filed for bankruptcy in November of the same year, rendering the stock worthless. Photo: Instagram/Tom Brady Sam Bankman-Fried , the former CEO of FTX, is currently facing federal fraud-related charges, adding to the turmoil surrounding the company's downfall. Both Brady and Bundchen are now facing legal troubles as they are being sued by FTX investors who seek repayment from celebrity endorsers. Other notable figures, including Shaquille O'Neal , Larry David, Naomi Osaka , and Stephen Curry , have also been sue...

Photo: Instagram/Jamal Murray Jamal Murray , the talented guard for the Denver Nuggets , has been making waves in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, displaying his craftiness and skill on the court. Throughout the postseason, Murray has been a force to be reckoned with, averaging an impressive 27.7 points, 6.1 assists, and 1.7 steals per game. His shooting percentages of 48.0 percent from the field and 39.8 percent from beyond the arc have been equally remarkable. Despite his exceptional performance, Murray acknowledges that his teammate, two-time MVP Nikola Jokic , has been equally outstanding. While the Nuggets and Murray have been fierce competitors during games and press conferences, they have remained remarkably humble since reaching the 2023 NBA Finals. Photo: Instagram/Jamal Murray During an interview with YouTube personality James Rush , Murray shared his list of the top five players of all time, in which he included Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James . Michael Jordan , the iconic fi...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal Shaquille O'Neal , the former NBA star and current TNT analyst, has been served with additional complaints in the FTX lawsuit during a Miami Heat game. The process server, who had been attempting to serve O'Neal for months, filmed the interaction to eliminate any ambiguity. Attorney Adam Moskowitz confirmed that O'Neal, 51, received the complaints at the FTX Arena in Miami, which is now formerly known as such. Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal success in both basketball and business can be attributed to his relentless work ethic, determination, and ability to connect with people. The first complaint, which has been pending since November 2022 in Miami Federal Court, pertains to O'Neal's commercials for FTX.  The second complaint accuses him of violating federal securities laws in connection with his company ASTRALS, which he founded with his son, Myles O'Neal. The attorney representing FTX investors and ASTRALS stated t...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has made a comeback to the rap scene with his first release since the '90s. "King Talk," a collaboration with rising hip-hop artist Blackway , was produced by Koko and features a full verse from O'Neal. The former basketball player says that the song's lyrics and vibe were perfect for the moment when LeBron James set the NBA scoring record. Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal's impact on the sport will be felt for generations to come, as his legacy lives on as the most dominant basketball player of all time. O'Neal first teased the song on his social media channels in February 2023 with an animated video to celebrate James' achievement. In a statement shared with PEOPLE , O'Neal revealed that he and Koko had been exchanging beats for a while, but he knew he had to jump on "King Talk" when he first heard it. The Lakers legend says the record gets him hyped, like he...

Photo: Instagram/Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero , the first pick in last year's NBA draft, has been named Rookie of the Year after receiving an impressive 98 out of 100 first-place votes. He dominated the award thanks to his excellent performance this season, averaging 20 points per game and helping the Orlando Magic improve from 22 to 34 wins, putting them in contention for a play-in berth. Banchero had 15 games of at least 25 points and 40 games of at least 20 points, both of which were the most among rookies this season. He also won rookie of the month four times, further indicating his dominance. Photo: Instagram/Paolo Banchero crowned Rookie of the Year in his debut season. Banchero becomes the third player in Magic history to win Rookie of the Year, following Shaquille O'Neal in 1993 and Mike Miller in 2001. During the announcement, Banchero recalled a conversation he had with Miller on draft night, where Miller asked if he would be Rookie of the Year, to which Banchero...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal Retired NBA star Shaquille O'Neal has been served with legal papers in connection to a class-action lawsuit against the now-defunct cryptocurrency firm FTX. The lawsuit alleges that several celebrities, including O'Neal, were involved in promoting a fraudulent scheme involving the sale of Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs. It is claimed that Yuga Labs, the company behind the NFTs, used insidious marketing and promotional activities from A-list celebrities who were given hidden payoffs. Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal proves he's more than just a basketball icon with his success in both investments and entrepreneurial ventures. O'Neal, along with Kevin Hart , Gwyneth Paltrow , and Stephen Curry , was named in the initial filing in December 2022. Attorneys have been trying to serve O'Neal for the past three months, claiming that he has been "hiding" from them. However, he was recently served with the papers "outside ...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal  Shaquille O'Neal believes that LeBron James deserves a statue outside of the Lakers' home arena, Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers have a history of being led by big stars, from George Mikan to Kobe Bryant, and James has joined the list by leading the team to an NBA Championship in 2020 and breaking the NBA's all-time scoring record while playing for the Lakers. Although Shaq agrees that James has already achieved a lot during his time with the Lakers, he hopes to see him add another chapter to his story by winning more championships. Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal  For the Lakers and their fans, winning is everything, and Shaq believes that James shares that mindset. LeBron himself has acknowledged the importance of the upcoming stretch of games for the Lakers. He considers the remaining 23 games of the regular season to be the most crucial of his career and plans to do everything in his power to ensure he is on the court every nigh...

Photo: Instagram/Dwight Howard  Former NBA players Dwight Howard and Shaquille O'Neal engaged in a war of words after O'Neal mocked the losing record of Howard's team, the Taoyuan Leopards, in the Taiwanese T1 League. O'Neal questioned how the Leopards could have a losing record, saying he would never lose to anyone in Taiwan. However, the Leopards' record stands at 3-11 despite Howard's impressive performance in his debut game, where he scored 38 points, grabbed 26 rebounds, dished out nine assists, and registered four blocks in a 120-115 victory. Photo: Instagram/Dwight Howard  O'Neal had previously criticized Howard for playing in the Taiwanese league and was unimpressed with his debut performance, stating that Howard should not be complimented for being a good father as it is expected. In response to O'Neal's criticism, Howard took to Instagram Live and called out O'Neal for hating and being disrespectful towards his teammates and the people ...

Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal  Shaquille O'Neal, a former NBA player and wrestling fan, has expressed interest in participating in a tag team match with Paul Wight in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The possibility of the match was previously hinted at during an episode of Monday Night RAW in 2009 and further teased at WrestleMania 32, where the two faced off in the Andre The Giant Battle Memorial. Diamond Sheik recently visited O'Neal at his home and shared a video on Twitter in which O'Neal stated his desire for the match to take place in AEW. Photo: Instagram/Shaquille O'Neal  It is not yet clear when the match between O'Neal and Wight will occur. Read Next:  Dave Bautista Covers Up Manny Pacquiao Tattoo Following Homophobic Remarks Source: Thirsty For News