Me’Arah O’Neal always ensures everyone’s contribution to her life is duly acknowledged. The Florida Gators-bound future basketball star made her national TV debut on ESPN U and had her family cheering her on. Shaquille O’Neal took a break from his TNT job to join his ex-wife, Shaunie Henderson, and her husband Keion Henderson at Me’Arah’s senior night. As it was the most anticipated game on ESPN U, the entire family was in the spotlight.

A collaborative post with Me’Arah and ‘League Ready’ celebrated the 17-year-old’s February 2 game. “Shaq’s daughter Meezy absolutely BALLED out for her national TV debut,” it was captioned with a Reel that introduced the members of this blended family at the game. However, her mom was introduced as “Shaunie O’Neal.”

Me’Arah was in the comments with a brief, “Shaunie Henderson*.” The gesture had Shaunie replying, “thank you baby” with heart-eye emojis.

Shaunie Henderson, nee Nelson, was known as Shaunie O’Neal for most of her public life, including on the early seasons of Basketball Wives. After marrying Pastor Keion Henderson in 2022, she’s gone by the Henderson surname.

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After Meezy corrected her mom’s name, several of Shaunie’s friends lauded the teen. Terry Brooks replied, “That!!” Gary Payton’s ex-wife, Monique Payton, wrote, “Tell’em!!” Apart from that misnomer, nothing could ruin Me’Arah’s epic senior night.

Me’Arah O’Neal makes family proud

The clash between Houston Christian and Episcopal was the biggest in Houston recently. The McDonald’s All-American led her team to a 73-38 win. She ended the game with 21 points, 6 blocks and 8 rebounds.

Her parents and stepdad were a united front, escorting her to the court. Her siblings, Myles, Shareef, and Amirah were also cheering for her at the game. Shaqir, who’s at Texas Southern University, and Taahirah hyped her through social media. Me’arah called her family her “village” and expressly gave credit to Keion Henderson for his support that led to her McDonald’s All-American selection.

Despite her mother’s name gaffe, Me’Arah was grateful for the spotlight. She separately responded with thankful emojis. Even her sister, Amirah, replied with heart emojis. However, it sparked a secondary discussion in the comments after it claimed she looked like Shaq more than Shaunie. Who do you think Me’Arah favors more? Let us know in the comments below.

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