Show more Loading comments. Top 10 New Shaq Nicknames - UPROXX In fact, there are many different reasons why people use . And the only thing that can kill Superman is Kryptonite. He didn't bring the luck of the Irish to the Celtics, but he was the biggest leprechaun in NBA history. [65] O'Neal later referred to Van Gundy as a "frontrunner" and a "master of panic. A sequel, Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn, was released in 2018. Lakers assistant coach Tex Winter said, "Shaq defeated himself against Detroit. I think I like this one better than the IPO name. What does it even mean? In this case, it refers to a person who uses a certain name. ONeal played in Phoenix from 2007-2009, his sixteenth and seventeenth years in the league. Shaq: Man of Many Nicknames | NBA.com I feel the same way about 32 and 33 on this list. Toney struggled with drug addiction and was imprisoned for drug possession when O'Neal was an infant. And yet, I kind of like The Big Maravich. or initial/uniform number (TB12, PG13) nicknames (though AK47 is an exception). Show-Be 11. [118] Privately, he wanted to start, but kept it to himself. From nickname to video game: Shaq Fu was playable on consoles like the Sega Genesis and Game Boy in 1994 and featured ONeal traveling through an alternate dimension to rescue a boy from an evil mummy and its henchmen. In his first playoff series, O'Neal averaged 20.7 points and 13.3 rebounds as the Pacers swept the Magic. ", "Stars headline in the second class of N.J. Hall of Fame", "Freemasons For Dummies: Brother Shaquille O'Neal", "Shaquille O'Neal Show off His Freemason Ring on NBATV", "Shaquille O'Neal Proudly Shows Off Illuminati Ring and Being a Freemason [VIDEO] | AT2W", "Wilkins Honored as One of 35 Greatest McDonald's All Americans", "Shaq Mourns the Loss of His Stepfather: I Wouldn't Be Here Without You", "Video: Shaquille O'Neal, New Jersey Devils fan Puck Daddy NHL Blog Yahoo! But that does not make sense to me. "[51], In the November 10, 1999, game against the Houston Rockets, O'Neal and Charles Barkley were ejected. "The Big Shamrock" was thought up by Shaqthe NBA's resident entertainer for years. He voiced animated versions of himself on several occasions, including in the animated series Static Shock (2002; episode "Static Shaq"), in Johnny Bravo (1997; episode "Back on Shaq"), in Uncle Grandpa (2014; episode "Perfect Kid"), and in The Lego Movie (2014). [259][260][261] He appeared on the December 9 episode of AEW Dynamite and addressed AEW in a sit-down interview with Tony Schiavone and Brandi Rhodes. Shaq gave himself this nickname when he became involved in promoting a company that allegedly tried to help smaller investors get access to IPOs. Whether it be Superman, Diesel, Shaq Daddy, The Big Baryshnikov, The Big Aristotle, Wilt Chamberneezy, The Big Shamrock, or even Shaq Fu, O'Neal has made a name for himself with all these nicknames. 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[124] The Celtics traded away center Kendrick Perkins in February partially due to the expectation that O'Neal would return to fill Perkins' role. The Big Agave is boring but at least unique. Start by brainstorming what words could fit into a nickname. Shaq's Kids: Where Are The 6 O'Neal Children Today? - FanBuzz Shaquille O'Neal has been known by many names over his lifetime: Superman, Big Diesel and The Big Aristotle, to name a few. ". Big Baryshnikov [231] The show featured O'Neal competing against other athletes at their own sports. [12] In October 2021, O'Neal was again honored as one of theleague's greatest players of all-time by being named to theNBA 75th Anniversary Team. [285], In 2021, O'Neal, among other high-profile athletes and celebrities, was a paid spokesperson for FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange. The racial quote from his song was "it's like a white boy trying to be more nigga than me."[176]. This one is kind of funny but my inability to pronounce it quickly has it ranked lower than it probably should have ranked. Chicago would respond with two dominating performances at home to tie the series, but Miami would respond right back with a victory at home in game 5. "[240] On August 28, 2010, in an interview at UFC 118 in Boston, O'Neal reiterated his desire to fight Choi. Rated as the 24th-best player in Georgia, O'Neal played for Union Grove High School and was dunking in games at 15 years old. [115][116] He was introduced by the Celtics on August 10, 2010, and chose the number 36. Still, Charles Barkley took the joke and Shaquille O'Neal's comments in stride because he knows that he makes just as many stunts and will have the opportunity to make more jokes at the expense of others. Shaquille O'Neal's Education- He graduated from Robert C. Cole High School in San Antonio, Texas. But then I read the list out loud to my ten-year-old daughter (shout out to you Katherine you made the blog) and I got it! But, as I mentioned above, I am partial to the Big Shamrock. Discovery Sports to continue as a host on Inside the NBA.[238]. He had previous careers as a basketball player and rapper. 9. The Big Witness Protection -- Shaq's motto in Cleveland: Protect LeBron James at all costs. [309], On September 4, 2007, O'Neal filed for divorce from Shaunie in a Miami-Dade Circuit court. If it played on the Big Cactus and the Big Shaqtus, at least it rhymed. (Writer's rightsI added that last part, of course.). Id rank the nickname higher but its really boring. Talk to you soon." [332], ONeal is a fan of National Football Leagues Dallas Cowboys. Most of Shaquille's self-applied names are famous in NBA history. However, his high school team did not have a 33 jersey, so O'Neal chose to wear No. Ask your friends and family for their opinions. In four games, he scored more than 20 points. [190][191] His doctoral capstone[192][193] topic was "The Duality of Humor and Aggression in Leadership Styles". [136] O'Neal also chose not to play in the 2002 FIBA World Championship. Other Kobe Bryant nicknames include: 9. The Dagger 25. "[98] O'Neal responded, "Flopping is playing like that your whole career. His father and mother were 6ft 1in (1.85m) and 6ft 2in (1.88m) tall, respectively, and by age 13, O'Neal was already 6ft 6in (1.98m) tall. Just ask the ladies. These are the ones that I know: Paul Pierce: The Truth Dwayne Wade: The Flash Tim Duncan: Big Fundamental Kawhi Leonard: Sugar K Leonard Robin Lopez: Barbeque Chicken Javale McGee: Tragic Bronson Dorell Wright: Dorell Wrong Erick Dampier: Erica Dampier Yao Ming: Ching Chong Poll : Is 300 pounds of greatness a good nickname? Shaquille O' Neal Biography - Facts, Childhood, Family Life & Achievements [69] After the series, O'Neal was angered by comments made by Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak regarding O'Neal's future with the club, as well as by the departure of Lakers coach Phil Jackson at the request of Buss. KB8 13. 11. [336], O'Neal turned down a $40 million deal with Reebok after hearing a mother complain about how expensive his shoes were. After that came the Diesel. [179] His 1993 debut album, Shaq Diesel, received platinum certification from the RIAA. The Top 7 Funniest Quotes by Shaquille O'Neal (Shaq) - Dunk or Three The follow up, 1994's Shaq Fu: The Return, went gold. Please scroll down for his favorite superhero nickname. 1" review, "Shaq finally gets revenge on Aaron Carter", "Shaq is back and turning the tables on his music career", "Shaquille O'Neal Joins Impressive Lineup at the 2021 Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix", "Here are the EDC Las Vegas 2021 Stage-by-Stage Lineups", "DJ DIESEL (@djdiesel) * Instagram photos and videos", Questions For Shaquille O'Neal Hoop Dreams Interview, Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.) O'Neal is a 2009 inductee of the New Jersey Hall of Fame. O'Neal is generally liked by the media for his humorous tone in interviews. [315][316] The couple resided at O'Neal's home in Sudbury, Massachusetts,[317] and later split in August 2012. O'Neal was not qualified as a SWAT officer. If youre too young, you may not know of Mayor McCheese. O'Neal also won the scoring title while finishing second in rebounds and third in blocked shots. That's all. At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. [10] O'Neal was elected into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2016. He accomplished more than most NBA players can dream of in his 19-year career with the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Boston Celtics. In addition, O'Neal frequently used a right-handed jump hook shot to score near the basket. Shaq gave himself this one after he said he terrorized Keith Van Horn on the boards during his 2002 NBA Finals win. Shaquille ONeal had at least 34 nicknames and he gave himself most of them. Here is a list of the 25 greatest NBA player nicknames. Shaquille ONeal NBA Salary | HoopsHype