New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

Shaq on NBA Finals, Joining ESPN, Kobe Stories, Being the Black Kelce & A Big Slick Recap | EP 142

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Jun 4, 2025
Join NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal as he shares his vibrant stories and insights. Discover why he considers himself the 'Black Kelce' if he had pursued football and his exciting plans to revive Reebok sneakers. Shaq reflects on the NBA Finals and the transition of Inside the NBA to ESPN, while also opening up about his legendary bond with Kobe Bryant. He reveals what he considers his greatest dunk, blending humor with heartfelt nostalgia in a lively discussion with the Kelce brothers.
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ANECDOTE

Shaq's Football Past

  • Shaquille O'Neal shared he was a great high school football player before switching focus to basketball.
  • He played tight end and nose guard, using his football toughness on the basketball court.
INSIGHT

Shaq's Social Media Philosophy

  • Shaq embraces motivation over jealousy when seeing others' success.
  • He believes social media can be leveraged positively to inspire and entertain.
INSIGHT

NBA Getting Soft

  • Shaq criticizes the NBA for losing its physicality and the All-Star format being terrible.
  • He believes the league is getting soft and needs leaders to bring back aggression.
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