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Despite Being $280,000,000 Poorer Than Shaquille O’Neal, 47YO Rapper Drains $35 Million Only to Live Like 7ft Giant in Miami

Published 08/16/2023, 1:03 AM EDT

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NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has always faced competition due to his versatile abilities. Basketball, business, and music are a few areas in which Shaq has had to ward off his rivals. Now, his multi-million mansion is also set to have some competitors, considering the posh neighborhood he lives in. Big names like Jennifer Lopez and rapper Diddy are already a part of Shaq’s neighborhood in Miami. Well, another $120 million rapper has joined the club, that too with some heavy similarities to the Los Angeles Lakers legend’s $16 million mansion.

Though the 47-year-old has a lesser net worth than Big Diesel, he did not hesitate to spend several million more for his mansion. However, the highlight is not just the hefty amount, but the added amenities that steal the show.

Shaquille O’Neal’s $16 million mansion has new competitors

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Owning a mansion in Miami is not everyone’s cup of tea. Considering the exorbitant land value, people with a high profile and a net worth similar to Shaq have the capacity to join the Miami neighborhood. However, that is not the case for the American rapper Rick Ross.

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$400 million rich Shaq is not new to owning mansions. Remember the 31,000 sq ft mansion in Florida? Though Shaq bid adieu to that abode, his new Miami mansion is nothing less compared to it. The 4x NBA champion even gave a home tour a few years back, flexing his million-dollar purchase. Well, now Rick Ross might do the same soon. Spending $19 million more, Ross now owns a $35 million mansion in Shaq’s neighborhood. 

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Apart from the fancy furniture, Shaq’s Miami mansion has a home theater, a large pool, a personalized gym, and indeed several rooms. Now let’s take a look at the features of the rapper’s new mansion.

Some eye-opening amenities at Rick Ross’s mansion

Like every other wealthy household, Ross’ mansion has six bedrooms and nine bathrooms. In addition to the above, the amenities include a heated pool, an entertainment room, a summer kitchen, plaza deck terraces, a waterfront, and a 40-foot dock.

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While he has spent a massive amount on the house, the 47-year-old can boast about his luxurious mansion. Moreover, he has the privilege to compete with Shaq, though his net worth is $280 million less than O’Neal’s. 

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However, the comparison and competition are only for the mansions. Not between Shaq and Ross, considering the wholesome friendship the two have. What are your thoughts on Ross’ new purchase? Is it worth the money? Let us know in the comments.

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Rohan Dharmalingam

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Rohan Dharmalingam is an NBA content writer at EssentiallySports. He has been following the NBA for a decade now and specializes in covering trade rumors and reports on the ever-changing trade market. The wizardry of Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry made him fall in love with the game like millions worldwide.
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Pragya Vashisth