T.I. compared the proliferation of hip-hop artists from the new generation to the NBA offering anyone who knows how to pick up a basketball an invite to the league. He explained that the talent on display ranges from “exceptionally dope” to “just alright” during an appearance on Shaquille O’Neal’s podcast, The Big Podcast with Shaq.
“This generation reminds me of every other generation,” he began. “You got some people who are exceptionally dope, and some people who are just alright. You know what I mean? But it’s a lot more of it to choose from now. I feel that, actually, what they’ve done with music is equivalent to if they were to open up the doors of the arena and say, ‘anybody think you can play basketball? Come on out the stands out here to the floor. Here go you a jersey, man. Get in the game.’”
T.I. Performs On The “Legendz Of The Streetz” Tour
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – APRIL 01: T.I. performs onstage during the Legendz Of The Streetz tour at State Farm Arena on April 01, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)
Elsewhere in the interview, T.I. discussed Nelly and Usher purchasing ownership stakes in sports teams. While he respects it, he isn’t interested in doing the same. “So many of my contemporaries — like Nelly, you know, he got a piece of Charlotte — and Usher’s got a piece of Cleveland,” he said. “You know, people be asking me, ‘Would I ever do it?’ And I don’t think I would, you know? Because I just can’t see me taking so much of my money, investing it in something, and I can’t do what the f*ck I wanna do. I just can’t imagine that. I’m gonna put my money into something where I can dictate, and I can determine, the way it’s gonna go.”
Shaquille O’Neal remarked that Ice Spice is “so damn fine” after posing for a picture with the rapper and her “Karma” collaborator, Taylor Swift. The group of celebrities were all present at the Super Bowl on Sunday. In the caption of his post, the NBA legend thanked Swift for introducing the two. “And @icespice is so dam fine thanks @taylorswift,” he remarked.
In response to the post, fans trolled Shaq for thirsting over Ice Spice. “The last thing I’d expect on my page is Shaq saying ice spice is fine,” one user commented. Another joked: “bro ain’t have no hesitation in that caption.” One user noted the age difference between the two. “Yo bro, is her being the same age as his kids not cr*zy? Was he hacked,” they wrote.
Ice Spice & Taylor Swift Watch The Super Bowl Together
Ice Spice and Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl LVIII Pregame held at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Paradise, Nevada. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Billboard via Getty Images)
Ice Spice also shared a photo of herself with Shaq on her Instagram page, although she only captioned the post with a “W.” Her attendance at the game comes after earning her highest charting song on the Billboard Hot 100 as a solo artist with the release of “Think U The Sh*t (Fart).” The track reached No. 37 on the chart with the outlet’s latest update. As a collaborator, her biggest song overall remains her work with Swift on “Karma.” Together they reached No. 2. Check out Shaq’s post for Ice Spice below.
As for the Super Bowl itself, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 after an overtime comeback. It marks the team’s third championship since drafting Patrick Mahomes. Be on the lookout for further updates on Shaquille O’Neal on HotNewHipHop.
NBA Legend, entrepreneur, DJ, rapper, TV personality, the list of Shaquille O’Neal’s occupations is incredible. His reputation precedes him and he is one of the most likable celebrities and people on the planet. While Shaq is certainly one of the greatest NBA players ever, he believes he is the best at one of his other many talents. In an interview with TMZ Sports, Shaq talked about a few topics, one of which is his rapping career. For those who do not know, when he was dunking all over his opponents, he was also bodying beats. A year after he was drafted by the Orlando Magic, The Diesel was rapping on the side.
His first full project, Shaq Diesel, was put out in 1993. Then, just a year later, he released Shaq-Fu: Da Return. That album boasted impressive features from Method Man, Redman, and others. It took a while before getting back into it, but, lately, he has been a DJ for the past few years. He also dropped a fire verse with California rap duo, Coyote in early September. With all of this experience and abilities, he believes he is the best athlete-rapper of all time.
Here Is Proof Of Shaq Being The Best Athlete-Rapper
In the interview, Shaq acknowledges plenty of other athlete-spitters including Damian Lillard. However, when he hears others chattering about other talents, he needs to remind everyone who is the G.O.A.T. “It’s all competition for me, so when I hear other people that say, ‘I’m a better athlete-rapper than Shaq,’ I gotta step up.” He continues, “I know who the number one is. Ima always say myself is number one, but they got a lot of the guys out there that are coming.”
What are your initial thoughts on Shaquille O’Neal saying he is the best rapper from any professional sport? If you disagree, who do you think is better than him? What is your favorite Shaq track? We want to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Shaquille O’Neal and the rest of the sports and music world.
This past weekend, Boulder, Colorado was bringing out all of the stars, including Shaquille O’Neal, for one reason and one reason only. If you have not been keeping up with college football this season, the Colorado Buffaloes are the talk of the town this year because of Deion Sanders. Ever since he has taken the reins of what has been a porous program for quite some time, they are back on the map. Just last season the team went 1-11 and were dead last in the Pac-12. Now, they are 3-0 and ranked number 19 in the country in the AP Top 25 Poll.
Colorado was up against it this past Saturday when they faced their in-state rival Colorado State. It was a brutal battle for the Centennial Cup, even with the Rams being 23-point underdogs ahead of kickoff. Colorado was down by double digits, but Shedeur Sanders and the offense came alive in the fourth quarter and both overtimes to stun the visitors, 43-35. Shaquille O’Neal was in attendance and he saw greatness on the field, but also on the sidelines.
Shaquille O’Neal Has Nothing But Compliments For Deion
In an interview with TMZ Sports, Shaq heaped tons of praise on Deion Sanders and the job he has done since his arrival. When a legend in another sport recognizes high-level coaching, you know he is talking about it from experience. The Diesel compared him to another all-timer in Phil Jackson, who led those Shaq and Kobe Bryant teams to multiple championships. He explained, “I know exactly what the [Colorado players] are going through because when you are standing in front of someone that has an impressive resume, and you’re trying to get to the level he get to, everything you say is golden. I felt that way when Phil Jackson first came to the Lakers.” He also added that Deion is the best coach in college football currently. The team is still growing, but make no mistake, Colorado football is here to stay because of Sanders.
What are your initial thoughts on Shaquille O’Neal having this high praise for Colorado head coach, Deion Sanders? Do you agree or disagree that he is the best college football coach right now? Are they realistically able to compete for a national championship, or just a good Bowl game? We want to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around the sports world.
Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal retired from the court twelve years ago. However, he is still a very relevant figure in the sport, as well as in pop culture. The four-time NBA champion is one of the most decorated players in the sport, and regarded as one of the greatest of all time. Besides his illustrious career, he’s a loving father, and Shaq’s kids are a huge part of his life.
Since his retirement, O’Neal has made more TV appearances, and taken on a few minor roles in film. His musical career as a rapper and disc jockey DJ Diesel has also taken off quite nicely. Shaq’s kids are also scattered across career positions, but the O’Neal family seems to be having a swell time chasing their dreams. However, as expected, there are some basketball players in the clan.
ATLANTA, GA – NOVEMBER 14: Taahirah O’Neal and Shaquille O’Neal attend HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)
The first of Shaq’s kids is Taahirah O’Neal. She was conceived by his ex-girlfriend Arnetta Yardbourgh, whom he dated for four years in the ‘90s. Taahirah was born on July 19, 1996. Her personal life is mostly private, but it is public knowledge that she took a different career path from her father. She currently works as a communications assistant analyst at PepsiCo, per PEOPLE.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 07: Myles O’Neal attends the BACARDÍ x Stadium Goods Kick Off Summer Festival Season With Caribbean Speakeasy Pop-Up on June 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for BACARDÍ Rum )
Myles O’Neal is not one of Shaq’s biological kids, but their father-son bond is remarkable. Myles was born on May 8, 1997, to Shaq’s ex-wife, Shaunie Nelson. Indeed Shaquille and Myles are, in fact, stepfather and stepson, but the two have a great relationship. Taking after a couple of his father’s side quests, Myles is a TV personality, DJ, and entertainer.
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – AUGUST 07: Former NBA player Shaquille O’Neal (L) and son Shareef O’Neal at Apple Music Launch Party Carpool Karaoke: The Series with James Corden on August 7, 2017 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Apple)
Shareef O’Neal is the eldest of Shaq’s biological kids with his ex-wife Shaunie Nelson. He was born on January 11, 2000. Following in his father’s footsteps, Shareef has pursued a basketball career since he was in high school. The 23-year-old now plays collegiate basketball, and was initially at UCLA, before transferring to LSU. The budding basketball star underwent an open-heart surgery in late 2018 that threatened his career in the sport. However, he has since made a full recovery, and is back to making baskets.
Amirah is the second child O’Neal and Nelson share biologically. She was born on November 13, 2001, and is a collegiate basketball player like her older brother, Shareef. Amirah briefly joined Shareef at LSU, where she played on the basketball team for a season. She has since transferred to Texas Southern University, where she majors in Agricultural Business with an emphasis on International Business.
Most of Shaq’s kids are rather private online, save for Shaqir O’Neal. He was born on April 19, 2003, and is a promising, gifted basketball superstar. He attends Texas Southern University, where he plays college basketball. The 20-year-old maintains an active online presence and is considered to be one of the most famous social media influencers among college athletes.
Me’Arah is the youngest of Shaq’s kids. Like the other three children O’Neal and Nelson biologically share, Me’Arah is a basketball player. Me’Arah was born on May 1, 2006, and has shown real talent in basketball. The 17-year-old was recently offered a basketball scholarship at LSU, her father’s alma mater. She has yet to make her decision, but wherever she decides to go, the young star has a bright and promising future.
Bobbi Althoff says that she’s dropping an interview with Shaquille O’Neal, later this week. She shared a clip from the upcoming video on Instagram, Tuesday. In the teaser, Shaq jokes about being a doctor, which prompts confusion from Althoff.
Fans were shocked to see Althoff interviewing the NBA legend. “SHAQ?!! She can’t keep getting away with this,” one user commented on the post. Another wrote: “She moving way too FAST!! She tryna take advantage before they get bored of her.” One fan further theorized that Althoff’s dry humor won’t affect Shaq: “She can try that same ‘make you feel awkward’ routine with him I can tell you it ain’t gonna work on big shaq tho.” Another user complained that an interview with Offset has yet to be released: “Is this one going to come out like the offset one came out? Where is the offset interview???”
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 01: Bobbi Althoff attends the H&M celebration of their Studio AW23 collection at SoFi Stadium on September 01, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for H&M)
Shaq is far from the first high-profile celebrity that Althoff has secured an interview with. In previous months, she’s spoken with Drake as well as Lil Yachty, and more. Fans have constantly theorized how she’s been able to secure such a star-studded lineup. Following her interview with Drake, Dave Portnoy amplified a rumor about her sleeping with the Toronto rapper and getting divorced. She later shared DMs between the two on Instagram and added: “I did not want to do this podcast in the first place, and now so much negativity is coming from it. I’m going to leave it alone after this but this is the uncensored dm between Dave and I.”
Angel Reese has become one of the biggest stars in the history of women’s college basketball. Reese was a major factor in the LSU Tigers winning the 2023 National Championship. Since that game, Reese has gone on to become an icon for the sport. However, it started out with a heated debate over her in-game celebrations. Fans chose sides when Reese began celebrating the impending championship over Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes. Thankfully that debate has been put to rest, and Reese is being celebrated for her play on the court.
Reese’s play on the court has caught the eyes of many in the basketball world. Including NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. Shortly after LSU’s national title run, Shaq was asked about his thoughts on the college basketball star. Shaq didn’t hold back on his high praise for Reese. The LSU legend claimed that Reese is the greatest athlete to ever attend LSU. Those comments are high praise considering how many great athletes have once called LSU home. However, Reese recently told Shaq to maybe slam the brakes on those claims.
Angel Reese Doesn’t Want G.O.A.T. Claim Just Yet
Angel Reese says she called Shaq after he said she was the greatest athlete in LSU history, and told him to stop saying it ’cause she hasn’t accomplished enough yet. Shaq’s reaction?? Angel says he didn’t care! https://t.co/c50z62yWhN
Reese recently spoke about Shaq’s comments during an interview with the Breakfast Club. During the interview, Reese told the crew what she said to Shaq about his comments. “Do you know how much pressure you just put on me?” Reese stated that Shaq didn’t seem to care about the pressure Reese must be feeling. However, Reese isn’t done with her legacy in Baton Rouge. The Tigers star will be returning next season to write another chapter in an already memorable legacy.
However, some past LSU athletes didn’t agree with Shaq’s comments on Reese. Olympic athlete Lolo Jones eviscerated Shaq’s comments on Reese being the greatest LSU athlete. But Jones didn’t disrespect her fellow Tiger. Jones claims she is a big fan of Reese, However, giving her the title of greatest athlete to ever attend LSU is disrespectful to those that have come before her. Do you agree with Shaq that Angel Reese is the greatest athlete to ever attend LSU? Please give us your opinions in the comment section. For the latest news in sports, keep it right here at HNHH.
Shaq is one of the most iconic NBA players of all time. The former Lakers big man isn’t one to forget his roots. The LSU star loves to give back to the university and has been a part of many big moments. However, O’Neal believes the recent stardom of the LSU Women’s Basketball star is the biggest he has ever seen at the university. Reese helped lead the Tigers to a National Championship earlier this month. Since the win, everyone has been clamoring for a chance to interview the basketball star.
O’Neal doesn’t hold back on his own greatest. Superman doesn’t allow others to tug on his cap. However, the NBA Hall-of-Famer is okay with giving Reese the title of greatest LSU athlete of all time. “[Angel’s] probably the greatest athlete ever to come out of LSU Sports.” O’Neal went on to give his reasoning behind his statement. He claims that Reese brought the goods back to campus. Meaning she succeeded in her National Championship quest. Whereas O’Neal left college empty-handed.
Shaq Sees Amazing Talent In Angel Reese
“[Angel’s] probably the greatest athlete ever to come out of LSU Sports.”
The Big Aristotle even compared Reese to other LSU stars in defending her crown. O’Neal mentioned Burrow bring home the goods. But the former Lakers big says Reese is a superior athlete to Burrow. Whatever your opinions may be, those three will now be forever enshrined in an Mt. Rushmore of LSU athletes. Reese’s talents weren’t the only thing that caught the attention of the media during her Final Four run. Her in-game celebration caught some flack from some who felt it might have been over the top.
It has always been the case that when Shaq speaks, we listen. Reese has a big supporter in O’Neal, and for good reason. Only a select few athletes get the opportunity to call themselves a national champion. Reese has now entered that elite conversation. Similarly, not many can claim to be one of the greatest athletes in their university’s history. However, Reese continues to break down barriers that many never believed a woman’s athlete was capable of. Do you agree with O’Neal’s statement on Reese? If not Reese, who is the greatest athlete to ever attend LSU? Let us know your opinions in the comment section. For the latest news in sports, keep it right here with HNHH.
Shaq was swift to respond to Keith Olbermann’s uncalled-for tweet on Angel Reese’s Final Four celebration. Olbermann took to Twitter to call out Reese for making the “You Can’t See Me.” celebration on Caitlin Clark. The former ESPN broadcaster went as far as to call Reese a “f- idiot.” Many among the Twitter world were quick to defend Reese. From LeBron James to even Samuel L. Jackson. Although there were some great responses, Shaq takes the crown for the best response.
Shaq’s response was short, sweet, and to the point. “shut your dumb ass up leave angel reese alone,” the legendary big man stated in a response to Olbermann. Olbermann has since backpedaled on his stance with Reece’s celebration. He mentioned he was uninformed on the matter. The veteran broadcaster said, “I don’t follow hoops, college or pro, men or women. I had no idea about Clark. Both were wrong.” This begs the question, why even speak on the matter in the first place?
It’s unfortunate that this is even a story. Sunday afternoon, the LSU Tigers Women’s Basketball team proved they were the cream of the crop. The Tigers annihilated a hot Iowa Hawkeyes team to earn the title of champion. The story that needs to be told is that Angel Reese won the 2023 Final Four MVP. She talked her talk and then backed it up. Clark, who has been known for her trash talk, was receiving what she normally dishes out. If anything, the celebration by Reese was an emotional reaction to defeating such an amazing team in Iowa.
The Women’s Final Four was a perfect representation of Women’s sports. The product had more eyes watching this weekend than maybe in its history. Women’s sports are on the rise in the United States. It should be no surprise, considering the product that was on the floor over the past few weeks. While tonight will close out the Men’s post-season tournament, the Women are still in the spotlight. An incredible testament to the young women who shared the floor this weekend. For the latest news in the sports world, stay here with us at HNHH.
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