The world of sports and politics don’t usually align together. While the NBA occasionally showcases their opinion, it isn’t a common occurrence. But that might soon change. Even though a LeBron James presidential run could yield positive results according to some analysts, it is a different NBA legend who looks ready to make his bid. It seems like Shaquille O’Neal is fully ready to continue his mainstream takeover that began after retirement. However, his bid for office already has a few detractors on the way.

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith never shies away from speaking his mind. And that was the case yet again as O’Neal revealed his presidential plans.

Shaquille O’Neal’s bid for being POTUS gets shot down by Stephen A. Smith

Since his final season with the Boston Celtics, Shaquille O’Neal has made a remarkable name for himself outside the basketball sphere. Even though his business mind has made him a genuine mogul, he has gone further in his post-basketball quest.

Perhaps, the most famous is his excursion into the music world as DJ Diesel. But now, his sights are on a position of far more power and reach. Taking to all of his social media platforms, Shaq seemingly made a bid for a run at the presidency.

While wearing a “Shaq for President” shirt, the Los Angeles Lakers legend made his intentions perfectly clear. However, Stephen A. Smith was completely against the idea. To make his point, the passionate face of ESPN gave him a harsh reminder. Asking the 7-footer to stop, Smith said, “You know good and well you can’t deal with the stress.”

Between his generosity and love for people, it seems like O’Neal would make an ideal candidate for a president. However, even his family isn’t fully behind the idea. His millionaire son Myles O’Neal even took to making a pool on Instagram to see who would vote for his dad.

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But, it is Stephen A’s refusal of Shaq’s bid that makes the exchange truly surprising. Due to the incredible bond, along with Smith’s desire for a presidential replacement, the reluctance was truly shocking.

Despite rejecting Shaquille O’Neal, Stephen A. Smith wants to see a replacement

The boisterous Smith has never been shy of making his opinion public. As a result, news of him wanting to see a new president in 2024 quickly got mainstream traction. A few months back, the voice of First Take?made his views on the matter clear.

While he might not agree with Shaq’s bid, Stephen A. has no problems with the Biden presidency. Instead, his claims stem from worry about the current president’s age. However, he also made it clear that he would support Biden against any possible Republican candidates.

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With Smith ready for a change at the helm, but Shaq seemingly not among his choice, who could step up?