“Bol Bol can do everything Wemby can do and even a little better. He’s just lazy…” No, Shaquille O’Neal has never learned to sugarcoat reality, especially when the NBA is involved. He has worn the Phoenix Suns jersey and now understands, as an analyst, the team’s need for a solid core. However, with Bol Bol’s future hanging in uncertainty, GM Brian Gregory & Co. are showing little to no interest in signing the now unrestricted free agent.

Surely, he’s not like Victor Wembanyama, and Bol Bol’s latest activities have put him under an odd spotlight. He was in the crowd at the Mortgage Matchup Center on Friday night, far from the Suns’ merch. Draped in a jacket with his hoodie up, the 7’3 Sudanese-American giant blended in as Playboi Carti turned Phoenix’s home arena wild during his Antagonist Tour. But soon, fans caught something unusual: Bol Bol “greening out and throwing up all over the place.”

The clip spread like wildfire, and the internet wasted absolutely no time turning the viral moment into pure chaos. Fans took over social media, particularly X, mockingly remembering the never-ending Wemby comparison.

Shaquille O’Neal’s Bol Bol turns into a laughingstock among the fans

“Dude wants to be a 7ft cosplaying vampire. They tried comparing this dude to Wemby 😂😂😂,” a fan wrote on X. Shaq loves fueling the fire. He once told fans they had “seen a guy like Wemby before — his name is Bol Bol.” Sure, both tower over the court with fluid coordination, can handle the ball, shoot threes, and block shots like unicorns. But the truth is: the Frenchman dominates with a lot more consistency, and his game is far more polished than Bol’s.

Another fan wrote: “‘Why isn’t Bol Bol signed yet?!’ This is why. Bro’s never been basketball first.” Well, Bol’s recent sightings aren’t the first time basketball enthusiasts have questioned his motivation or dedication towards the game. Rumors and speculation have swirled around Bol for years.

Shaq himself, although jokingly, called him “lazy” on live television.

Early whispers from Denver and Orlando suggested inconsistency and a reliance on natural talent over effort. Yet, most teammates and coaches spoke positively of him. Despite flashes of promise in limited minutes, the narrative of a bad character often overshadowed his actual play and potential.

Meanwhile, someone commented, “He too tall to be doing allat.” Another netizen wrote, “No wonder he not on a roster, he not taking care of himself and locked in with the game.”

Why does nobody find value in signing Bol Bol? Because of inconsistent production, defensive lapses, and questions about his commitment. In 12.4 minutes per game with the Phoenix Suns, he averaged 6.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, shooting 52.5% from the field, 34.4% from deep, and 76.9% from the free throw line.

Bol’s career averages are pretty similar. Orlando showcased his peak. He had a 70-game season. But the three-point accuracy mark of 44.4% in his first NBA season has never been breached by him ever since.

Lastly, someone criticized: “Boo is only in the league to hang out wit rappers and buy his grails.” The fan meant that Bol’s NBA presence is more about lifestyle than the hoop. Fans imply he prioritizes rubbing elbows with rappers (being pictured more than once with Playboi Carti) and collecting rare sneakers over developing his game.

Bol Bol remains one of the NBA’s biggest what-ifs, a seven-foot-three unicorn who cannot find an NBA home at this point. A return to the Suns is doubtful, considering the presence of Khaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming, and Nigel Hayes-Davis now. Teams like the Hornets, Spurs, and Pistons remain talked-about destinations for the hoopster, but there’s no concrete report or development in the offseason mill as of writing.

Should he take his talents overseas? Who do you think will be ready to bet on Shaq’s favorite young star?