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Shaquille O’Neal will always be known as one of the most dominant players to ever step on the basketball court. The Lakers legend has never shied away from being the man he is, whether he is on the court or off-court. O’Neal has amassed a huge wealth due to his investment decisions during his playing career and after. And he is known to spend money on things he himself agrees he shouldn’t have.

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But there are some things even the millionaire Lakers legend wouldn’t spend on. While talking on his recent podcast he revealed where he draws the line.

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Shaquille O’Neal on where he wouldn’t spend his money

The 15-time All-Star has amassed a huge fortune since he hung up his boots in 2011. O’Neal reportedly has a net worth of $400mn. The 7-foot-tall basketball icon has a significant portfolio. He owns 155 ‘Five Guys’ Hamburger establishments, 40 Gyms, and a movie theater in his hometown, Newark. 

In addition to all of that, the Los Angeles Lakers no. 34 was also one of the early investors of tech giant ‘Google’. The basketball legend saidI wish I bought more”

While talking in his latest podcast, the basketball legend answered Anthony “Spice” Adams’ question on whether he would buy an $1800 Balenciaga bag that looks like a Lays wrapper. “No Spice Hell No”

The Basketball legend further went on to give tips to Adams on how to turn things at the back of the closet to look like trendy clothing accessories. 

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Shaquille O’Neal has always been interested in increasing wealth and has not left any stone unturned as he completed his doctorate in business a decade ago in 2012.

O’Neal and his crazy spending

Although O’Neal said no to buying a Balenciaga bag shaped like a lays wrapper for $1800. He still has some of the craziest spending sprees there can be. The Lakers legend has famously spent a million dollars buying cars in a single day, and once spent $9 million in a single day.

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Back in 2014, the Lakers superstar mentioned how he spends $1000 on mobile apps and said I’ve always been a tech geek”

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In the podcast, O’Neal jokingly mentioned on how there should be a segment on the podcast about his crazy spending.

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Shankha Shuvra Das

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Shankha Shuvra Das is an NBA writer whose expertise lies in the intricacies of the league's business side. With a Master's Degree in Economics, he is well-equipped to analyze the complex commercial aspects of the world's third-richest sports league. As a writer at EssentiallySports, Shankha has demonstrated remarkable proficiency, particularly in his coverage of the FTX debacle that implicated several NBA stars. His in-depth analysis and transparent reporting have earned him a reputation for delivering high-quality content that fans and industry professionals alike can trust. Shankha's extensive coverage of Shaquille O'Neal and his various ventures outside of basketball also showcases his ability to provide insight into the business side of sports. His writing is engaging, informative, and always well-researched, making him a valuable resource for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of the NBA's commercial landscape. When he's not busy writing, Shankha can be found hitting pads at a kickboxing gym or trying his hand at writing screenplays for movies. This passion for both sports and creative endeavors is reflected in his work, which always showcases a unique perspective and attention to detail. Overall, Shankha is a skilled writer whose transparency and commitment to quality make him a trusted authority on the business of the NBA.

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