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Shaquille O’Neal didn’t hold back when it came to his thoughts about Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving’s recent social media activity.?Irving has been making controversial headlines following his recent comments. As a result, it’s clear that the reactions he’s receiving are not positive.?

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During a discussion of recent events in the NBA world, Shaq initially refused to comment on Irving’s social media activity. But later he shared his thoughts about the responsibility that goes along with being a famous person.

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During his conversation, he shared some pretty powerful words about how great power comes with great responsibility. Furthermore, he mentioned how many people can be influenced by each action they take.?

In the conversation, the Los Angeles Lakers legend even called him an “idiot” because of his actions. ?I was probably one of the first guys on Twitter, and when I realized the power it had, I knew I had to be very responsible. Followers, platform, whatever you call it, I knew I had to be responsible,? Shaq explained.

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Aside from that, he also discussed whether Irving is conscious of the internet and mentioned how he does not care what is going on. As well as this, he points out how actions like these divide the game. ?

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Other than Shaquille O’Neal, Rich Eisen is also a prominent broadcaster who took the time to share his thoughts on this matter. According to his statement, Irving is “dehumanizing” him as a Jewish man by his actions.?

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Kyrie Irving defends his actions amid criticism from Shaquille O’Neal

The answer?Kyrie Irving offered to this concern was that he is not promoting antisemitism in any way. Furthermore, he explained that these words used against him are unjustified.??I?m not here to argue over a culture or a person or a religion and what they believe. This is what is here. It?s on a public platform,??he exclaimed.

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This has caused a lot of negative comments on social media afterward. It appears that many fans are in agreement with Shaq’s comments, mentioning him as ?One of the smartest man alive.??

Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:

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https://twitter.com/hiznaytion/status/1587605333324828672?s=20&t=5_4hAPM8DbRnFvZePa6u_w

https://twitter.com/_dash3/status/1587602677902589953?s=20&t=5_4hAPM8DbRnFvZePa6u_w

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There is no doubt that Shaq was angry, as his eyes clearly reflect that anger. What did you think of the response by the Brooklyn?Nets star? Do you agree with Shaq? Let us know in the comments below.?

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Anshika Rai is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. Anshika has been following NBA for many years now. As an athlete, she played basketball for 6 years and has competed in state and national level competitions. In journalism, she has covered many important news stories as a photographer and writer. Anshika loves to travel and through her writing and photography, she has explored many regional areas of India and has even had the chance to work with the Army and BSF and understand their way of life.

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