Lasting Legacy of Shaquille O'Neal: A Look at the Influence on History
A closer look at the lasting mark left by Shaquille O'Neal—a timeline of influence.
Shaquille O'Neal, known as Shaq, is a retired American professional basketball player and current sports analyst. Standing at 7-foot-1 and weighing 325 pounds, he played center for six NBA teams over his 19-year career. A four-time NBA champion, O'Neal is widely considered one of basketball's greatest players and centers of all time.
June 2005: Offer to pay George Mikan's funeral expenses
In June 2005, Shaquille O'Neal offered to pay all funeral expenses for Hall of Fame center George Mikan, whom O'Neal considered a major influence, and the family accepted.
2009: Inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame
In 2009, Shaquille O'Neal was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame.
2010: Last Active American with FIBA Gold
Before 2010, O'Neal was the last active American player to have a gold medal from the FIBA World Cup.
2011: Divorce from Shaunie Nelson finalized
In 2011, Shaquille O'Neal's divorce from Shaunie Nelson was finalized. O'Neal has stated he blames himself for the failed marriage.
January 31, 2012: Honored as one of the 35 Greatest McDonald's All-Americans
On January 31, 2012, Shaquille O'Neal was honored as one of the 35 Greatest McDonald's All-Americans.
2016: Elected into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
In 2016, Shaquille O'Neal was elected into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
2017: Elected to the FIBA Hall of Fame
In 2017, Shaquille O'Neal was elected to the FIBA Hall of Fame.
October 2021: Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team
In October 2021, Shaquille O'Neal was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
2021: Inspiration for Number 33
In 2021, Shaquille O'Neal said his admiration for Patrick Ewing inspired him to wear the number 33.
2022: Among the five wealthiest NBA players
As of 2022, Shaquille O'Neal was among the five wealthiest NBA players, with a net worth of $400 million.
2022: Ranked Among NBA's Greatest
In 2022, The Athletic ranked Shaquille O'Neal as the 8th greatest player in NBA history to commemorate the NBA's 75th Anniversary.
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