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The crew of ‘Inside the NBA,’ covered the game between the Denver Nuggets and the Memphis Grizzlies last night. The Nuggets won the game comfortably after a masterclass performance from Nikola Jokic. After a comfortable win, the ‘Inside the NBA’ analysts started to deconstruct the performance of the Nuggets and their superstar centerpiece Nikola Jokic. Meanwhile, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal chimed in and made an admission about the Joker that might surprise NBA fans.

Shaq is renowned among the masses to speak his mind on any topic in the NBA universe. During a recent segment on live TV, the four-time NBA champion startled fans again with a strong admission admission about the Joker.

Shaquille O’Neal on how he would guard Nikola Jokic

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In a recent episode of ‘Inside the NBA,’ Shaquille O’Neal revealed how he would guard Jokic after one of his co-analysts asked him the question. The four-time NBA champion started off by saying, ?Only way he would be able to score over me is in the pick and roll situation because I’d probably have to help with Jamal Murray which frees him up a little bit. If he’s going down in the post I don’t want no help if he shoots a jump hook over me good shot.”

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Subsequently, the Big Diesel added by smacking his lips, “Now on the other end, on that torture end. Where’s he from? Slavik Lasagna..Slavik Lasagna.”?The Los Angeles Lakers icon concluded his answer by admitting that he could guard him on the post but not on the three-point line.

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Meanwhile, Ernie Johnson pointed out that Jokic was from Serbia not Slovakia. In response, an unperturbed Shaq said it’s pretty much the same thing for him.

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Jokic is currently in hot form, averaging around 25.2 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 9 assists. Looking at his current performance and stats do you really think Shaq could guard him and shut him off on the court? Please let us know in the comments below.