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A Look Into the Past, Present, and Future of Shaquille O' Neal

 
Shaquille O' Neal.  When one utters that name to a crowd of people, many pictures pop into their head. Will Shaq' be remembered as one of the most athletic, dominant, and powerful big men to play in the NBA while becoming one of the most media-adored superstars of his generation; or will he be remembered as an arrogant, boastful, and ego-maniacal player who razed as many teams to the ground as he raised to the peak? Player Profile: Then and Now Shaquille O'Neal is probably the most physical, intimidating, and powerful center to ever play in the NBA. Unlike Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, he is not known for his post moves or signature finesse weapons in his arsenal, but rather for his ability to run through and over any player foolish enough to guard him one-on-one during his prime. Unlike Hakeem, he is not known for his prowess nor intelligence on defense, but rather for his ability to intimidate and smother foes attempting to score on him in the paint. In his best years, Shaq' was ... (link)

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