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Shaquille O’Neal and Rudy Gobert locked horns on social media constantly since 2019. O’Neal called for the Minnesota Timberwolves star to “man up” for an All-Star snub in 2019. The beef between the two has been so long and complicated that it is difficult for even long-time NBA fans to follow.

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Recently, the Lakers legend added fuel to the fire after a clip of Gobert went viral. He decided to troll the Timberwolves star, and effectively reignite their longstanding beef.

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Shaquille O’Neal trolls Gobert

Shaquille O’Neal and Rudy Gobert have been trolling each other for a long time, with Twitter posts, interviews etc. With Gobert saying that he’d “lock his a** up”, the beef has been anything but over. After Gobert said that, Shaq posted a clip of his most brutal and savage dunk on social media. The implication was that Gobert would face a similar fate if matched up against Shaq.

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Recently O’Neal shared a story on Instagram showing a reel where Gobert ‘air-balled’ his recent open 3pt attempt against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Minnesota Timberwolves star’s failed attempt was shared in the light of trolling by the Los Angeles Lakers legend. It was also aided with hilarious commentary from a social media creator named ‘filayyy.’

Both Shaq and Gobert have been dueling on Twitter for a long time. O’Neal trolled the Timberwolves star at the beginning of this year on All things covered podcast.I’m not gonna hate, but this should be an inspiration to all the little kids out there. You average 11 points in the NBA, you can get $200 million,”  the Lakers legend said.

Adding to that, the Lakers no. 34 had a funny reaction to Rudy Gobert being called one of the best “big men” in the league. The 7-foot-tall basketball legend decided to act as if he’d walk off the set if that statement was a fact.

Back in April, O’Neal accepted the fact that he continuously slandered Rudy and others because he was jealous and he thought only players like Michael Jordan would get that kind of money.

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Gobert has taken the slander in mostly a respectful way, except hitting back a few times.

The Lakers legend has had several feuds during his career, the one with Kobe Bryant being the most famous. Fortunately, both of them squashed the beef before the untimely demise of the latter.

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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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