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UFC 290 saw the Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski re-affirm his claim as one of the best in the octagon. However, the celebrations after the event caught the eyes of millions of fans worldwide. The Encore Beach Club in Las Vegas witnessed a memorable night, full of celebrity interactions and unforgettable moments. NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal and his son, Myles, gave a spark to the night with their performances and the 26-year-old even got to share a special moment with the UFC Middleweight Champion, Israel Adesanya. 72 hours after the event, O’Neal reminisced about the special night,

Meanwhile, another NBA star, Jamal Murray, enjoyed an incredible time at UFC 290, as evidenced by his Instagram post.

Jamal Murray’s thrilling UFC 290 experience alongside Shaquille O’Neal and others

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Myles O’Neal got his wish fulfilled during the event, as he took part in an intense staredown with Israel Adesanya. While it initially seemed heated, both eventually shared a laugh, shook hands, and even struck the famous arrow pose together. They weren’t the only ones having fun, though. Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray took to Instagram to share his exhilarating experience at UFC 290.

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Even Murray had the privilege of joining Israel Adesanya in the iconic arrow pose, solidifying his connection to the fighting world. Fans were delighted to witness Murray’s genuine enjoyment and active participation throughout the weekend. Shaquille O’Neal shared the post on his Instagram stories and in one clip, he can be seen welcoming Murray and Aaron Gordon to the stage.

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Shaq shouts, “We got two champs in the house. Hand up for the m*****f*****g champions!!” Murray’s presence at UFC 290 added an extra layer of star power to the already electrifying atmosphere. Moreover, DJ Diesel set the stage on fire alongside his son.

 

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Shaq’s presence alone, with his larger-than-life persona and legendary status, added an element of intrigue and anticipation. UFC 290 delivered an unforgettable experience, highlighted by the intense staredown between Israel Adesanya and Myles O’Neal. Despite the absence of a vocal response from Shaq, his mere presence at UFC 290 left an indelible mark on the event and the memories of those in attendance.

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Recently crowned NBA champions Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon also had a thrilling weekend, including a memorable arrow pose with Adesanya. The combination of UFC, Shaq, and Murray created a dream-like atmosphere that will be remembered for years to come.