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Amid a flurry of NBA offseason headlines, one story still raises questions: ESPN’s use of “Inside the NBA.” The iconic show, hosted by Ernie Johnson and featuring NBA legends Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, and Kenny Smith, will live on in the 2025-26 season nearly unchanged. “(Fans are) going to get the show they love in […]

Check out the previous entries in ClutchPoints’ 100 greatest NBA players of all time series based on Josh Eberley’s E-Rank: 100-91 | 90-81 | 80-71 | 70-61 | 60-51 | 50-41 | 40-31 | 30-21 | 20-11 At long last, the final 10. You know the names, there are no big surprises for shock value, […]

Everyone needs a friend like Shaquille O’Neal. Shaq recently revealed that he still keeps up with his former teammate and friend, Kobe Bryant, five years after his death. Shaq and Kobe played on the Lakers for eight seasons — 1996 to 2004 — and won three NBA championships together. “I always check in on Kobe’s […]

Shaq admits he has no idea how many companies the big fella endorsed over the years. That’s how big his empire has become. “I have no idea, brother. I’m just thankful for the opportunity,” O’Neal recently told HoopsHype when asked to tally his partnerships. The four-time NBA champion has become such a fixture in the […]

Since retiring from the NBA, Hall of Fame center and analyst Shaquille O’Neal has been a motivating force for the game’s elite centers, offering tough love and constructive criticism, including to Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Joel Embiid. It took him years to do it; however, O’Neal eventually did give Dwight Howard his flowers amid Howard’s Hall […]

One of the most publicized beefs in the NBA the past several years was between Shaquille ‘Shaq’ O’Neal and Dwight Howard. That beef has since been squashed ahead of Dwight Howard’s Hall of Fame induction, with Shaq finally giving the former Orlando Magic big man his flowers. While Shaq claimed that there never was a […]

The beef between Shaquille ‘Shaq’ O’Neal and Dwight Howard is officially over. The beef has been over for quite some time now, but it was made official prior to Dwight Howard being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. It’s a well deserved honor for one of the best big men to play in the […]

Former NBA guard Brian Shaw offered insight into why Shaquille O’Neal and Penny Hardaway’s promising partnership with the Orlando Magic never reached the championship heights O’Neal later achieved with Kobe Bryant on the Los Angeles Lakers. Speaking on Byron Scott’s Fastbreak podcast, Shaw compared the two eras of O’Neal’s career and highlighted the factors that […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are the most storied franchise in NBA history, achieving success at the highest level in virtually every decade of its existence. The Lakers have won 17 championships (five as the Minneapolis Lakers) and have 31 players in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Thirteen Lakers have had their number retired by […]

Shaquille O’Neal always made his presence felt, whether he was dominating in the paint or making teammates laugh with his outrageous antics. During Shaq’s eight-year stint with the Lakers, his blend of unstoppable strength and over-the-top humor became legendary, and his former teammates still share stories that prove it, per HoopsHype. Recently, Brian Shaw pulled […]

Given how much materials and technology have improved today, it’s a no-brainer that the NBA and other basketball leagues have put up the most durable basketball rims in their sanctioned games. This procedure certainly prevents any accidents and injuries, especially for high-flyers. In the past, several basketball leagues witnessed several broken backboards thanks to thunderous […]

NBA players are usually well-off enough to focus on playing basketball, especially modern players. As a result, seeing them take up day jobs is usually a rare sight. Nonetheless, day jobs are still honorable pursuits that rake in honest income. But going outside the realm of money, regular day jobs also play an important part […]

The world of celebrity boxing just keeps getting wilder. Shaquille O’Neal accepting a challenge from Charlie Mack, Will Smith’s longtime former bodyguard, already had fans buzzing. Now, boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. has inserted himself into the conversation, saying he’s ready to referee if this unlikely showdown becomes official, Complex reports. 👀 Roy Jones Jr. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers of the early 2000s enabled Shaq and Kobe to become one of the fiercest duos. Evidently, the culmination of their dynasty run (2000-2002) was triumphing over the Sacramento Kings in the 2002 Western Conference Finals. It was something that Shaq still holds dear. Recently, Shaq was asked by a kid reporter […]

Every basketball fan has their pick on who they think is the GOAT. There are some obvious picks: Michael Jordan and LeBron James are two of the most popular picks, obviously. However, there are some forgotten legends that aren’t talked about as much. For Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, one legend has been forgotten […]

Chicago Sky All-Star Angel Reese will make history as the fourteenth player in WNBA history with their own name-bearing signature sneaker with the upcoming Reebok Angel Reese 1. From wearing player exclusives on the court to eventually bringing this silhouette to life, Reebok will roll out three new colorways of the debut model. This “Receipts […]

Shaquille O’Neal has never been one to back down from a challenge, and now he’s ready to take things to the boxing ring. The Hall of Famer accepted a callout from music industry veteran Charlie Mack, who once worked as Will Smith’s bodyguard, after Mack suggested he and Shaq finally settle an old dispute with […]

Dwight Howard will officially take his place among basketball’s immortals at the Hall of Fame ceremony next month, with Shaquille O’Neal confirmed as one of his presenters. The announcement surprised many fans, given the long history of tension between the two former Lakers stars. Yet it signals a new chapter in their relationship. Both legends […]

Shaquille O’Neal had a hilarious response to Dwight Howard missing a dunk while he gave an interview courtside at the BIG3 playoffs. O’Neal was initially rumored to be one of the legends who would walk out Dwight Howard at his Hall of Fame induction after the LA Riot star requested Shaq to do so, and […]

During his nearly two decades in the NBA, Shaquille O’Neal brought the pain to opposing teams. During his peak, he was the most destructive force the league has ever seen. The broken backboards could attest to that. But unbeknownst to many, O’Neal, for all his power and strength, relied a lot on painkillers during his […]

Shaquille O’Neal is all in on the Dallas Cowboys, and he’s putting his pride on the line to prove it. On a new episode of “The Big Podcast With Shaq,” the Hall of Famer declared that his Cowboys will take down the Philadelphia Eagles in their Week 1 matchup, BroBible reports. And if they don’t, […]

With 17 NBA championship banners and one NBA Cup title in their rafters, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most decorated franchises in NBA history, even going back to their days in Minneapolis. Throughout the years, the franchise has been successful in luring in some of the biggest stars. With a surplus of […]

LAS VEGAS – Tre Mann was one of several Charlotte Hornets sitting courtside in July to support the team’s Summer League squad. He entered UNLV’s Thomas & Mack Center on Friday night in one of his ‘signature’ looks. Mann’s USA Basketball ‘Dream Team’ jersey stands out first. Everything from the mesh itself to Charles Barkley’s […]

For a number of years, NBA fans have consistently debated on who the GOAT of basketball is. Currently, the three players in the heated conversation are Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. These three superstars have certainly impacted the game like few others. But with the focus on them, it’s easy to overlook other […]

Zhejiang Lions center Boban Marjanovic recently began acting and scored a role on Adam Sandler’s sequel Happy Gilmore 2. The former NBA star — Marjanovic used to play for the Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, Dallas Mavericks, and Houston Rockets — shared that his pivot to acting wasn’t random and that Shaquille O’Neal […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal has not been shy with his thoughts about Rudy Gobert. The NBA legend has complained about the Minnesota Timberwolves center and his play style for years. When talking about his case to get into the Basketball Hall of Fame, O’Neal declared that he would wear a dress if […]

Throughout his NBA career with the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves, Rudy Gobert is a polarizing talent. On one hand, many fans have a lot of respect for the four-time Defensive Player of the Year. However, former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal is disgusted that he could get into the Basketball Hall of Fame. […]

The Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat have had their fair share of heated moments in recent memory. However, the hard fouls from Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris in 2021 on one another sparked their rivalry. NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal spoke with Morris about the play, questioning whether or not the foul was dirty. He argued […]

Do not call NBA legend Shaq a believer in the relationship between Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion, who recently confirmed that they are dating. During an episode of The Big Podcast with Shaq, the four-time NBA Champion did not hesitate before answering a question about the longevity of the relationship. “Six weeks,” he said. […]

The Portland Trail Blazers surprised many at the recent NBA Draft by selecting Chinese center Yang Hansen with the number 16 overall pick. Many had projected the seven footer to be closer to a second-round selection, and the move was particularly surprising considering the number of centers that the Blazers already had on their roster. […]

Five years removed from Kobe Bryant’s death, and his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate, Shaquille O’Neal, still keeps in touch with Bryant’s mom. O’Neal berated Bleacher Report for ranking Kobe No. 11 in its top 100 players of all time. Then, he opened up about his newfound relationship with Black Mamba’s mom, who he often […]

NBA legends were some of the best players during their era. But while their legacy is timeless, basketball fans would agree that some of them were better off in their respective eras. Here is a look at 10 NBA legends who would struggle in the modern NBA. Check out the gallery. Shaquille O’Neal Shaquille O’Neal […]

Shaquille O’Neal’s affinity and admiration for Stephen Curry are well-documented, but his latest claim about the greatest shooter of all time is still quite bold. While on the ‘Off The Record’ podcast, Shaq discussed the idea of replacing Kobe Bryant on the early 2000s Los Angeles Lakers and how that would have affected their championship […]

NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal shared a startling encounter with one of Mike Tyson’s exotic pets during the latest episode of The Big Podcast With Shaq, which featured the former heavyweight boxing champion as a guest. O’Neal recalled visiting Tyson at his home before a fight, only to be unexpectedly confronted by one of […]

Fans of the Dallas Mavericks recently got their first glimpse of number one overall draft pick Cooper Flagg at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. While he had a rough shooting night in his first game with the team, Flagg bounced back to the tune of 32 points in the Mavericks’ most recent contest […]

Throughout her rivalry with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese has received backlash from WNBA fans for years. The conflict between the Sky and the Fever has turned it into one of the WNBA’s biggest grudge matches. However, members of the sports media world, including Robert Griffin III, have called Reese out during her career. Her mentor, […]

When Mark Cuban puts his money into something, Shaquille O’Neal pays attention. That pattern held strong with BeatBox, a ready-to-drink alcoholic beverage company that Cuban backed with a $1 million deal on Shark Tank, one of the largest investments in the show’s history, per AfroTech. Once Shaq saw Cuban’s move and tried the product himself, […]

NBA analyst and Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal is speaking out about Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s placement in a recent all-time players’ list from Bleacher Report. A Top 100 NBA players’ list by B/R has created significant buzz. After placing Bryant at No. 11 on the list, O’Neal called it out for […]

Throughout league history, the Los Angeles Lakers have always been a team to watch in every offseason. Given that it’s a big-market team coupled with its rich history, it isn’t surprising that various superstars continue to consider the Lakers as an enticing team. In addition to this, Los Angeles has always been actively linked with […]