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As part of a recent interview with Bleacher Report, Shareef O’Neal explained why he is using the last message he received from Lakers legend Kobe Bryant as the background image on his phone. Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash just outside Los Angeles back in January at the age of 41. Sadly, all nine […]

Athletes around the world find themselves more engaged in social media more nowadays following the suspension of the NBa and other major sporting leagues across the world due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Such is the case with LSU Tiger Shareef O’Neal, who opted to use the downtime to express his admiration for singer Tinashe. […]

Former NBA legend and current network analyst Shaquille O’Neal’s bald head is as prominent as his dominance in the paint. That is, until Shaq lost a bet to Dwyane Wade. O’Neal picked the Milwaukee Bucks to defeat the Miami Heat on March 2, only for the Heat to blow the Bucks out of the water. […]

NBA fans who kept tabs on Shareef O’Neal were probably wondering where he will be playing next after dropping out of UCLA. The question has been answered by the man himself this All-Star Weekend: he’s following his father’s footsteps and is continuing his collegiate hoops at LSU. Sports Illustrated caught up with the 6’9″ forward […]

Shareef O’Neal, son of Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, got a new set of tattoos to honor Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna. Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash outside Los Angeles on Jan. 26 at the age of 41. Sadly, all nine passengers on the flight were killed, including Gianna. According to […]

As the world continues to mourn the loss of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, the impact he had on people remains profound as some have taken what they learned from him and apply it to their life on a daily basis. Shaquille O’Neal’s son, Shareef O’Neal, is one of the last people in contact […]

On Sunday morning, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant responded to Shareef O’Neal’s Instagram story. Shareef — the 20-year-old son of another Lakers legend and Bryant’s close friend Shaquille O’Neal — has developed a relationship with the Black Mamba whom he refers to as “uncle.” Just a few hours after their casual exchange of messages […]

Shareef O’Neal, son of NBA Hall of Famer and Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, announced on Wednesday that he would be leaving the UCLA Bruins men’s basketball program. O’Neal, who sent out a tweet to explain his decision, mentioned his special admiration and respect for both former head coach Steve Alford and current head […]

Fresh ink alert! 19-year-old Shareef O’Neal—the big “Diesel” Shaquille O’Neal’s son—has his father’s iconic 2000 alley-oop celebration with the Los Angeles Lakers tattooed on his leg. The pivotal dunk came from Game 7 in the Western Conference Finals Game 7 tilt with the Lakers against the Portland Trail Blazers in 2000. Following the lob pass […]

The son of NBA champion and legend Shaquille O’Neal, Shareef O’Neal, underwent heart surgery on Thursday morning to correct a heart irregularity. O’Neal, fresh out of surgery, has nothing but a positive attitude: https://twitter.com/SSJreef/status/1073425651426779136 It was reported in early September that the UCLA Bruins freshman would have to miss out on the entire 2018-19 after team doctors “found […]

Shareef O’Neal, the son of Hall of Fame NBA center Shaquille O’Neal, underwent heart surgery on Thursday morning to correct a heart irregularity. O’Neal was supposed to begin his collegiate career at UCLA this season. His mother, Shaunie, posted a heartfelt message and photo on Instagram on Thursday. Shareef O'Neal underwent heart surgery today. We send […]

UCLA star Shareef O’Neal –son of Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal — will reportedly miss this season due to a heart complication that requires surgery. According to a report from TMZ, the UCLA medical staff found the medical issue during a routine check-up. And while he may be out of commission for a while, […]

The NCAA will now allow “elite” high school and prospective college athletes to be represented by an agent, while also permitting players to return to school if undrafted by the NBA, according to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports. This is a huge progressive change, which is paving the way for the removal of the one-and-done era, […]

It’s got to be tough to deal with the pressures of being the son of an NBA legend. Greatness is very rare in sport and living up to the legacy your father left is an almost impossible task. That’s the life of LeBron James Junior. Known as “Bronny”, the 13-year-old prospect battles the comparisons, expectation […]

Shareef O’Neal, son of Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal, will attend UCLA and play basketball this fall, according to The Associated Press. The youngster will begin summer school this month. The 6-foot-10, 220-pound power forward played the last two seasons of his high school career at Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences in Santa […]

Incoming UCLA Bruins freshman Shareef O’Neal recently took to Instagram to heap praises and empathy for Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James’ son, Bronny James. Showing wisdom beyond his age, Shareef pointed out the similar paths he and Bronny are in. Aware that both of them are sons of NBA superstars, who were also once […]

Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal is largely known for two things. First is his mixture of sheer power and finesse (well, more of the former than the latter) moves with such grace and fluidity that belies his stature. The second is his penchant for comedy that manifests itself on his witty quotes and practical […]

Shareef O’Neal has decided to play for UCLA next season after de-committing from Arizona a few days ago. He made the decision according to a report posted by ESPN’s Jeff Borzello. Shareef O'Neal is expected to commit to UCLA later today, sources told ESPN. Shaq's son, decommitted from Arizona from the weekend. — Jeff Borzello […]

Shareef O’Neal, son of NBA Hall-of-Famer and Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, may only be 17 years old, but he’s already acting like a superstar just like his larger-than-life dad. The high school standout was recently spotted handing out a pair of game-worn Jordan’s – Jordan’s that were recently released that very same day […]

The 16th-ranked prospect of the 2018 high school class has announced on Twitter which school he’ll play for in college. Shareef O’Neal, the son of Hall of Famer and four-time NBA champion Shaquille O’Neal, proudly shared that he has committed to the University of Arizona. https://twitter.com/cynreef/status/854712790904221696 His decision somehow came as a surprise, as many […]

Shareef O’Neal is a high school basketball player who currently plays at the Crossroads School. He’s very talented and will be playing college ball in two years after he graduates. O’Neal has already received offers from Arizona, Baylor, California, Georgetown, Kansas State, LSU, UCLA, and USC according to ESPN. Shareef O’Neal is the son of Hall […]

Shareef O’Neal, son of Shaquille O’Neal is one of the nation’s top high school prospects which isn’t hard to believe. Some of the best colleges in the country are currently trying to recruit him despite the fact that he won’t graduate until 2018. The 6-foot-9 O’Neal has similar attributes as his father at the same […]

NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal‘s son Shareef O’Neal recently posted a video on Instagram where he’s dunking on his father When I first saw the video posted, before watching the video I thought “Shaq my man… You’re doing too much. You have to pick your spots.” Then, I actually watched it and realized Shareef was […]

Shaquille O’Neal‘s son, Shareef, just finished his sophomore year of high school, but his dad is already looking ahead to where he’ll play college hoops. Shaq, a four-time NBA champion and MVP, went to LSU before leaving for the NBA. Shareef, a 6’8″ power forward, has already received a number of scholarship offers, including one from […]