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Shaquille O’Neal has had some pretty divisive takes on basketball throughout his career of being an analyst. As one would know Shaq, he couldn’t care less about him being different than others. The Los Angeles Lakers legend did something quite similar recently when he threw a Miami Heat youngster under the bus ahead of the All-Star weekend. A decision that no one amongst his Inside the NBA crew agreed with. Needless to say, the fans had a similar reaction to Shaq’s extreme take.

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Unlike all his studio colleagues, Shaq didn’t include Bam Adebayo in his All-Star Team’s reserve list. The fans went in on Shaq as the Twitterverse exploded on such a decision.

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Fans weren’t happy as Shaquille O’Neal didn’t want Bam Adebayo on his All-Star list

The Lakers legend wasn’t quite impressed with Adebayo this season as he refused to put him on his list for the All-Star reserves. The fans went in on the Lakers legend as they were absorbing such a divisive take.

Here are some of the reactions

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None of his fellow colleagues agreed with his take as everyone had Adebayo at the top of his list. The Lakers legend’s prediction might not as well be true because Adebayo has had the best season amongst his teammates. The Miami Heat youngster was heralded as the ‘Next Shaq’ by some due to his performances last season.

The 25-year-old has exceeded expectations and is having the best season of his career. He averages 21.6 PPG, 3.1 APG, and 10.1 RPG compared to his career average of 14.1 PPG.?

The seven-foot legend has not yet come up with an explanation on why he omitted the 25-year-old from his predictions, but one can be assured that there’d be good reasons behind it.?

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The 4-time NBA champion isn’t afraid to speak his mind, as he recently did when he defended the Houston Rockets for their poor performances, unlike his colleagues.

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In a recent episode of Inside the NBA, the Lakers legend defended the Rockets’ performance when no one else did. According to Shaq, the Rockets squad is mostly filled with “babies” and was poor in their performances because of lack of experience.

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The Lakers legend’s opinion didn’t have many fans in the studio as the Rockets legend Kenny Smith himself was shaking his head.

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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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