One of the most intriguing figures connected to the NBA is Shaquille O’Neal. The 7 foot 1-inch tall large man exudes a special appeal and changes the atmosphere everywhere he enters. He currently runs his own podcast, The Big Podcast, and serves as an on-air analyst for TNT.
Shaq had a prosperous 19-year NBA career before appearing on television. He won four championships and was named MVP once. One of the greatest big men in the history of the sport, Big Diesel was an unstoppable force on the floor.
Along with his commanding demeanor, Shaq was renowned for his profusion of nicknames, most of which were given to him by himself. Among them are Big Diesel, Big Aristotle, Big Shaqtus, Shaq Daddy, and Shaq Fu. He recently got Kristen Ledlow to reveal his new moniker on national television.
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Shaquille O’Neal Makes Kristen Ledlow Debut His New Nickname
The Big Aristotle enjoys being in front of the camera and is actually quite at ease doing it. He recently appeared on NBA TV alongside Jamal Crawford and Kristen Ledlow. Shaq made Kristen use his new nickname while he was on the show.
never again, @SHAQ. pic.twitter.com/ssuKqf4Fax
Kristen Ledlow (@KristenLedlow) January 19, 2023
Ledlow’s awkwardness is obvious, and Shaq benefited greatly from it. Ledlow was hesitant to refer to Shaq as “Dark Nowitzki” when he was being presented. Ledlow found it difficult, but how do you refuse a 7-foot 1-inch diesel pushing you to do something?
In order to win more championships, Stephen Curry once texted Kevin Durant in a self-effacing manner before the latter joined the Warriors.
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NBA Twitter Reacts to Kristen Calling Shaq ‘Dark Nowitzki’
As usual, when NBA Twitter viewed this clip, they were compelled to comment on it. It was none other than Rachel A. DeMita who did it initially.
don t let them bully you Kristen
Rachel A DeMita (@RADeMita) January 19, 2023
Soon after, further responses also began to flood in.
@SHAQ is the nickname GOAT https://t.co/MWLETBQjlA“>https://t.co/MWLETBQjlA
Fran (@BullsFanFran) January 19, 2023
WHAT WAS I TO DO, ROBERT
Kristen Ledlow (@KristenLedlow) January 19, 2023
He may give himself self proclaimed nicknames, but his I hope he never changes.
Play ZZ Hill s Blue Check Blues (@JalenRoseBat) January 19, 2023
Shaq is an American institution! https://t.co/5xw1YGW31C“>https://t.co/5xw1YGW31C
Sam Franco (@samjfranco) January 19, 2023
