Shaquille O’Neal

Shaquille O’Neal was born in Newark, New Jersey on March 6th, 1972. His father was Lucille O’Neal and mother Joe Toney. Shaquille O’Neal in his early school days was offered a basketball scholarship which led him to play at seton hall. When Shaquille O’Neal was an infant his father was accused of drug misuse and was in prison for some time. Later, Shaquille O’Neal was raised by his stepfather Philip A. Harrison who was an army sergeant.

In the year 1994 Shaquille O’Neal came out with his rap album Shaq Fu: The Return. Shaquille O’Neal in his album “Biological didn't bother” vent out his frustration for his mother. However, by the time of death of his stepfather in the year 2013 Shaquille O’Neal reunited with his mother …show more content…
He was born on March 6, 1972, and nicknamed as Shaq. He started his journey from the Louisiana State University. He was first drafted by the Orlando magic. He got picked in the 1992 NBA draft. Soon he became one of the stars in the team and picked up space with regards to his standing in the game.

With his ability, Shaquille O’Neal quickly became one of the best players in the league tournaments. In the year 1992 to 1993, Shaquille O’Neal won his first Rookie of the Year award. In the year 1995 Shaquille O’Neal took his team to the NBA finals. Shaquille O’Neal after spending up to 4 years playing for the Magic started a contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. After which the team went on to win three consecutive championships. From the Year 2000 till 2002 they were the unbeaten champions in the game.

Shaquille O’Neal Left Los Angeles Lakers team in the year 2004 due to some personal reasons. Later he joined Miami Heat and went on to win the NBA championships for the year 2006. Because of his performance, he was traded to the Phoenix Suns team in the year 2007-2008. By the year 2010-2011 Shaquille O’Neal played for the Boston Celtics until his retirement from the basketball