The NBA Finals are here and some of the biggest names around the world are seen courtside during the 7 games. Not only legends of basketball, but legends from other sports like football and baseball also make high-profile appearances. During one such game, NFL legend Peyton Manning was in the crowd. Manning, who shared a fierce rivalry with NFL icon Tom Brady, was also joined by his son who had the opportunity of a lifetime to meet an absolute legend, Shaquille O’Neal.

Shaq, who has a large fan following on Instagram, regularly updates his audiences about his current whereabouts on the social media platform. His recent story with Manning’s son will certainly make any sports fan emotional.

Shaquille O’Neal meets the son of fellow sporting legend

7-foot-1 inches tall Shaq is one of the most recognizable faces in the world. After all, he had a stellar career in the NBA where he won four NBA titles along with multiple other accolades. Similar to Shaq, Peyton Manning dominated the NFL for more than 15 years! When the two legends meet, it is bound to be a historic occasion.

In an Instagram story shared by the four-time NBA champion, Manning and Shaq met on the sidelines. Shaq also won hearts across the world when he hugged Manning’s son, Marshall. Interestingly, Marshall’s jersey was as iconic as the meeting between his father and 7-foot-1 inches tall NBA legend. The son sported an Allen Iverson jersey from the Answer’s time with the Denver Nuggets.

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Similar to Iverson, Manning was also a cult hero in Denver. Although the 2 time Super Bowl champ played the majority of his career for the Indianapolis Colts, he spent four seasons with the Denver Broncos. 

Which NFL team does Shaq support?

Shaquille O’Neal is a huge football fanatic. Thanks to his immense fame, he has had the opportunity of interacting with NFL legends like Rob Gronkowski. Interestingly, Shaq and Gronk once hosted a grand party together.

However, the team which the Big Man supports is the Dallas Cowboys. The Los Angeles Lakers legend has been supporting his team through thick and thin. Moreover, he also once explained that recent heartbreaks can never take away his love for the Cowboys.

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