A distinguished figure in the world of basketball and an enduring icon of the Los Angeles Lakers, Shaquille O’Neal has been a prominent presence on TNT’s NBA broadcasts. He provides insightful analysis alongside fellow analysts and former players, leveraging his vast experience to dissect the performances of current NBA stars. In a new development, basketball legend Michael Jordan is set to join the ranks of analysts next season, embarking on a fresh chapter of his illustrious career.
In a major announcement by NBC regarding Jordan‘s upcoming role in a new NBA-focused show for the next season, O’Neal offered a bold perspective on Jordan’s impending on-screen presence. Known for his basketball acumen and widely regarded as the greatest of all time (GOAT) by many, Jordan’s insights are highly anticipated.
Speaking about his new role as an NBA special contributor, O’Neal shared his candid thoughts on the impact of Jordan’s commentary. He remarked, “If you think Michael Jordan is hating, you’re a clown. This isn’t just anyone speaking, this is Michael Jordan.” O’Neal emphasized the gravity of Jordan’s words and their potential influence on players.
O’Neal further added, “Michael Jordan possesses an aura more powerful than that of a president. When he enters a room, the energy shifts. If MJ declares you’re bad, you’re bad. Forget stats and hype. When the GOAT speaks, you listen. That’s the bottom line.”
O’Neal discusses how he would dominate today’s NBA
In his trademark style, Lakers legend expressed confidence that he could dominate the contemporary NBA, as revealed during an interview with The Pivot Podcast. He detailed why he believes he could excel in today’s game.
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“Somebody asked me the other day what would I average. I would average 50,” O’Neal said. He then explained his reasoning: “The reason why I would average 50 is because I wouldn’t do what everybody else is doing.”
O’Neal’s top 10 GOAT list
O’Neal’s list of top 10 GOATs features few surprises but notably excludes Stephen Curry, a player some consider a contender for the GOAT title. Instead, O’Neal chose to highlight other legendary figures from NBA history, opting to leave out several current stars in the process.
- Michael Jordan
- Kobe Bryant
- LeBron James
- Magic Johnson
- Bill Russell
- Wilt Chamberlain
- Larry Bird
- Hakeem Olajuwon
- Tim Duncan
- Julius Erving
