$600,000,000 Worth Shaquille O’Neal, Who Paid for 15 Friends Just to Get a Physical Class, Resurfaces Old Story That Saw a Similar Money Splurge

Shaquille O’Neal‘s colorful off-the-court popularity is second only to his dominant NBA career. After retiring from the league, the Lakers legend established himself as a notable analyst and a successful entrepreneur. As a businessman worth a fortune of $600 million, Shaq knows how to spend his hard-earned fortune in style. The Big Diesel’s splurges range from shopping sprees to exotic cars. However, he never hesitates to spend money on his kith and kin, as is evident from this story.

Shaquille O’Neal’s parents wanted him to get more educated. The 2000 MVP agreed to his parents’ wish but insisted that he complete his Master’s degree from a physical class. The University of Phoenix did not have an offline program for Shaq’s course and was not willing to hold classes for Shaq alone. Hence, to adhere to the conditions of the University, O’Neal convinced 15 of his friends and colleagues to take the class with him and paid their fees. Recently, the video of a similar spending spree has resurfaced on the internet, reminding fans of Shaq’s generosity to his friends.

Shaquille O’Neal threw a reunion party for his high school mates

Shaquille O’Neal’s magnificent basketball journey started from his high school days, when he played for the Cole High School team. In 1992, the big man made it to basketball’s biggest stage, and the rest is history.

However, the 4x-NBA champion has not forgotten where he came from. Shaq had no contact with his high school teammates since the 80s. So, one fine day, DJ Diesel decided to track all his good old friends down. O’Neal sent mails and flight tickets to all of his high school mates to come to Atlanta for a grand reunion.

“I haven’t talked to these guys since the 80s, find them, bring them to Atlanta. I want to see them,” said Shaquille O’Neal

The Cole High School team came to Atlanta to meet their old teammate turned NBA superstar. Shaq threw a heartwarming reunion party and spoke about his friends in high regard. “Thank you for coming with your families. Without you guys, there would be no me,” Shaq said.

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Pointing to an old photograph of his school team, the big man continued, “I played with some greats. But this is where all it started. All you guys taught me how to fight.” 

The clip ended with Shaq having a fun round of banter with his friends and their wives and other family members.

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