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Sunday, October 12, 2008
Shaquille Rashaun O'Neal (born March 6, 1972), frequently referred to simply as "Shaq", is an African American professional basketball player, rapper and actor. He is often regarded as one of the most dominant players in the history of the NBA, where he currently plays at center for the Phoenix Suns. [wikipedia]
Shaquille O'Neal in actionShaquille O'Neal has won four NBA Championships, three with the Los Angeles Lakers and most recently in 2006, with the Miami Heat.
Shaquille O'Neal NBA Rookie of the YearShaquille O'Neal was drafted as the 1st overall pick in the 1992 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic (he would later be teammates on the Miami Heat with the second and third picks of that same draft: Alonzo Mourning and Christian Laettner). During that summer, prior to moving to Orlando, he spent a significant amount of time in Los Angeles under the tutelage of Hall of Famer Magic Johnson.
Shaquille O'Neal for LA Lakers (1996–2004)After the 1995–96 season, Shaquille O'Neal left the Orlando Magic to join the Los Angeles Lakers after being enticed by a seven-year, $122 million contract.
Shaquille O'Neal basketball wallpaperOn July 14, 2004, Shaquille O'Neal was officially traded to the Miami Heat for Caron Butler, Lamar Odom, Brian Grant and a future first-round draft choice.
Shaquille O'Neal NBA pictureThe Phoenix Suns acquired Shaquille O'Neal from the Miami Heat in exchange for Shawn Marion and Marcus Banks. O'Neal made his Suns debut on February 20, 2008 against his former Lakers team, scoring 15 points and grabbing 9 rebounds in the process.
