The trade deadline day in the NBA prompted many rumors. But as it approached, the hopes of many of them turning into reality seemed thin. However, the teams across the league didn’t disappoint the fans as it turned out to be a blockbuster affair. The Los Angeles Lakers were expected to make some moves for some much-needed damage control after an underwhelming season. Naturally, they did end up making a huge trade, involving a player whose journey sparked comparisons with Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard for a very specific reason. A comparison that the Big Aristotle himself responded to.

The Lakers traded Patrick Beverley to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Mo Bamba. At this point, Mo Bamba’s career trajectory seems eerily similar to that of two very familiar legends of the game. When fans saw the comparison on social media, they bombarded Twitter with their reactions.

Fans go berserk as Mo Bamba is compared to Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard after Lakers move

Donning the Purple and Gold is one of the most special feelings for an NBA player. In fact, some of the greatest players of all time have the LA side’s name on their resumes. Since Mo Bamba was traded to the Lakers on deadline day, he has triggered comparisons with some of the best Lakers players ever for a very unique reason. Both Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard started their careers with the Orlando Magic, before winning their first championship in LA. After Bamba’s route to LA was announced, NBA on ESPN posted a graphic projecting a potentially similar outcome for the 24-year-old star.

Although fans want the best for the 7 ft star, these comparisons were a little overboard for many as they flooded in with their reactions. Here are some of the reactions from fans.

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The Lakers have made some big moves, but it is unfair to put Bamba into the same category as the Supermen. However, one can hope that Bamba can provide the same caliber of services as the other legends did.

In fact, Shaquille O’Neal does think like that, as he shared the same post on his Instagram stories, acknowledging the hype around the 24-year-old. Coincidentally, Bamba is as tall as the Big Aristotle himself, which explains the excitement of the Lakers fans.

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If Bamba can let go of his previous demons, and keep his head cool, he could be a valuable addition to the LA side.

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Mo Bamba got himself tangled in a pretty ugly brawl on the NBA court recently. In a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, he got into a fight with opponent Austin Rivers, which led to his ejection. Bamba needs to avoid such altercations during his stint with the LA side to flourish alongside superstars like LeBron James.

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Bamba’s exchange Patrick Beverley wasn’t exactly having a peach of a season in LA. There were a lot of criticisms around his gameplay. Although he took his form up in the last few games, the Lakers thought of parting ways with him.