Since retiring from the NBA Shaquille O’Neal features as a basketball analyst on NBA on TNT. He’s become one of the most adored and respected man in the television industry. The Big Diesel earned the reputation of being an intense and aggressive individual on the basketball court. But it seems that for the moment the four-time champion has dropped his intense demeanor. An American DJ recently opened up about his pleasant experience of getting a golden chance to have a conversation with Shaquille O’Neal.
Shaquille O’Neal has to be one of the most philanthropic NBA stars as he’s often seen helping regular folks out in shopping centers and in grocery stores. He’s also built several basketball courts all around the USA for underprivileged kids. It’s rather inspiring to see Shaq, who stands at 7 feet, using his powerful position for good.
An American DJ showers love on Shaquille O’Neal
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American DJ Valentino Khan, who is best known for releasing his music through Diplo, Skrillex, and Steve Aoki, opened up about the chance he got on a facetime call with Shaquille O’Neal. He had a rather pleasant experience talking to DJ Diesel.
Valentino said, “I get like a facetime from Shaquille O’Neal.” He added, “He’s like, ‘What’s up legend?’ and then I’m like, I’m just talking, I was just talking to him…and he’s like, ‘I love your s**t,’ and stuff and…just the most genuine dude. We kept talking on email and one time’s he’s like I’d love to rock a show with you.”
Khan clearly loved his encounter with the NBA Hall of famer and was all praise for the seven-foot giant. He hinted at a possible collaboration with the Los Angeles Lakers legend as Shaq on previous occasions has collaborated with some big names in the music industry.
A former NBA star was also in awe of Shaquille O’Neal as he handed Shaq his flowers a few weeks back.
Reggie Miller gives Shaq a massive compliment
Valentino Khan was not the only major name who’s in awe of Shaq’s personality. A clip was going viral where Shaquille O’Neal was spotted playing with a bunch of kids in a swimming pool. Reggie Miller commented, “The PEOPLES CHAMP,” pointing out the fact that the former MVP is adored by people of all age groups.
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