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Shaquille O’Neal and his Instagram stories are like opening a pandora’s box. The Basketball legend shares everything for everyone. And also obviously about basketball. The 7-foot giant was known for being the dominant force on-court. And he obviously keeps an eye on other giants who are great on-court. Shaq has previously praised other giant sensations like Giannis Antetokounmpo, whom he bestowed with his own name. Similarly, there is another college sensation who is huge and is taking college basketball by storm.

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Connor Williams is a college basketball player from St. John Fisher University. Currently, in his second year, the young kid wears the no. 50 for his university and recently hit a sublime 3-point.

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Shaquille O’Neal shares the college sensation from New York

The 7-foot giant has found another one of himself in a college sensation. Well, not really, but Shaquille O’Neal shared the video of Connor Williams. The college kid is 7ft tall and 360 lbs, something similar to Shaq when he was that age. 

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Recently, in a match against Buffalo Bulls, the no. 50 dropped a sublime 3-pointer which caught the attention of sports media. The Big Aristotle shared the post on his social media as he must’ve been impressed by the kid.

The social media raved about the no. 50, providing great comments below the post.

Let’s look at some of the reactions.

He’s definitely not 360 pounds. He’s nothing less than 400 pounds”

“If bro got in top tier shape, he’s a big problem shooting like that”

“Knicks want him”

“That shot was cash”

“Baby Shaq 2K”

“Big Cozy is the best nickname bar none”

There are always negative comments trying to bring people down, but Big Aristotle shared the skill of the youngster in his stories. The appreciation of the basketball legend would be highly beneficial for the youngster.

Shaq was also a big kid. In his own words, he was “the biggest 2-year-old” he’d ever known.

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The four-time NBA Champion wasn’t that fit post-retirement. For a few years, the legend let loose. And deservedly so, but recently the Los Angeles Lakers legend decided to transform his body.

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The basketball legend went through a transformation as he lost 50 lbs of weight in a few months. Shaq didn’t shy away to show off his body throughout his Instagram posts, showing off his six-pack while he was at it.

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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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