Shaquille O’Neal Shares Ex-Wife Shaunie’s Emotions Over 17YO Daughter’s Proud Feat
The next generation’s era is arriving. While the men’s division is heating up with the progeny of the yesteryears, the women’s side has seen a significant leg up thanks to the big man’s daughter. And, in an interview with TMZ, it’s very clear that Shaquille O’Neal could not be prouder.
The biggest news to drop in that sphere was Me’arah’s selection as a McDonalds All-American. Due to the publicity of the announcement, the Los Angeles Lakers legend was naturally asked about it. According to the big man, it’s not just him but ex-wife Shaunie Henderson is also overjoyed with their daughter’s journey.
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“Her mother and I were elated. We’re happy for her. I can remember with her being the youngest and me playing with the other kids, I wouldn’t let her play, and it would just, she wouldn’t cry. But she would get mad and I kinda liked that. I’m like, ‘Nope, you’re too little.'”
“I always told her, you’re too little, you’re too little. So she always had that fight in her…She’s done everything we’ve ever asked her to do. A beautiful, young lady and never gives us any trouble, plays hard.” Despite no pressure from his end, she is carving out her own path.
“I always tell my kids, we don’t need another basketball player. So if you wanna play, play. If you don’t wanna play, it’s fine with me. But, she’s doing great, having a great high school career. She’s gonna go to Florida, hopefully to the WNBA. But, I’m happy for her.”
Let’s see if the youngster makes a huge collegiate impact like her dad in Florida.
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Me’arah has a long road ahead to catch father Shaquille O’Neal’s footsteps
Despite his alma mater, LSU, the reigning NCAA Champions serving as the hottest market, his 17-year-old wants to figure out her journey. With a host of stars like Angel Reese already on the roster, the decision could have been an easy one.
However, in one fell swoop, the prodigy showed her willingness to forge her path. Choosing the Florida Gators, a decision wildly popular in the family, was her clear-cut way of betting on herself. With an impressive high school career, including a McDonalds All-American selection as mentioned above behind her, just how far can she take her talents?
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Will they take her to the WNBA like the Miami Heat legend is predicting?
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Caroline Joseph