Going Down Brittney Griner’s Path, 6’4 Me’arah O’Neal Makes Father Shaquille O’Neal Super Proud

Shaquille O’Neal must be loving his life right now. While he continues to be one of the most loved sports analysts on TV, the 7’1″ big man was greeted with more good news. Due to O’Neal’s popularity, his children have been in the limelight ever since their birth. The Los Angeles Lakers legend has left no stone unturned in an effort to raise his kids the right way. Now, the time has come for his children to repay their father’s faith and carry on the legacy of their names within the basketball world.

Months after his son, Shareef signed a contract with the NBA G League Ignite, Shaq’s daughter, Me’arah has officially started her basketball journey. Following a similar path to WNBA star Brittney Griner, Me’arah O’Neal might have made her decision on the college team she will play for. Shaquille O’Neal, along with the fans, seems to have a lot of hopes for the 16-year-old. 

Shaquille O’Neal visits LSU along with his daughter Me’arah

Shaq has been the backbone of his kids since their young age. Apart from providing the best facilities possible, Shaq offers so much knowledge and expertise about the game. Additionally, Shaq’s kids are lucky to have their father’s genes. At the young age of 16, Me’arah O’Neal has already reached the height of 6’2″.

The young center who is set to play college basketball in 2024, threw a hint about the university she might be heading to. Just like her dad, Me’arah might be joining the LSU Tigers to play under veteran coach Kim Mulkey. WNBA star Brittney Griner previously played under coach Mulkey at Baylor University.

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Me’arah might be going through the same road as the Phoenix Mercury star. Shaq and her daughter shared their excitement about visiting LSU on their Instagram accounts. Fans are eager to know if Me’arah will join the LSU Tigers, to follow the path of her dad. 

Me’arah to replicate Brittney Griner’s brilliance?

While Griner was one of the most sought-after prospects in women’s basketball, Me’arah still has a long way to go. However, she may take the next step in her basketball evolution under the guidance of Kim Mulkey. The Hall of Famer is known for shaping several young stars in the women’s game. Me’arah has definitely shown glimpses of her potential.

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Me’arah went to Crossroads School in Santa Monica, California. She was available for all 24 games in her freshman year, averaging 5.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists. Just like Griner, Me’arah O’Neal plays the position of center and averaged an impressive 2.7 blocks in the same freshman year.

Me’arah will make her final decision over the coming months. The excitement is palpable and it’ll be great to see Shaq’s daughter making a name for herself in the game of basketball.