In an interview with Patrick Bet-David (h/t Yahoo! Sports), O’Neal discussed various aspects of his NBA and post-playing career. The four-time champion was asked about his thoughts regarding the current contracts given out in the league.
He reckons teams would have paid him $300 million per season if he played in the current era.
Shaquille O’Neal has been critical of some current NBA players, especially Rudy Gobert of the Minnesota Timberwolves. O’Neal is not a fan of Gobert, who is one of the best defensive centers of his generation. O’Neal’s criticism of the French star is for his offensive game or rather the lack of it.
The two had a small beef back in May, with O’Neal explaining that he wants Gobert to be better. He also respects the three-time Defensive Player of the Year for not backing down from his comments.
Shaquille O’Neal responds to Ben Simmons
Shaquille O’Neal was one of many people critical of how Ben Simmons handled his situation with the Philadelphia 76ers last season. Simmons fired back at O’Neal during an appearance on JJ Redick’s “The Old Man and the Three” podcast.
O’Neal responded to Simmons on “The Big Podcast with Shaq.” The former MVP explained that there’s nothing personal against Simmons, and he doesn’t hate the Australian. O’Neal only wants Simmons to be able to deal with criticism better.
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