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Why the Miami Heat Retired Shaquille O'Neal's Jersey #32
Shaquille O'Neal's four seasons in Miami produced one NBA championship and cemented his legacy as one of the most dominant big men in league history.
7 min
4
Rings
1992
Rookie Year
Dominant force who led Miami to its first championship in 2006 alongside Dwyane Wade. One of the most dominant players ever.
Shaquille O'Neal's four seasons in Miami produced one NBA championship and cemented his legacy as one of the most dominant big men in league history.
Miami Heat
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Seasons
6
Teams
Orlando Magic
1992-1996
Los Angeles Lakers
1996-2004
Miami Heat
2004-2008
Phoenix Suns
2008-2009
Cleveland Cavaliers
2009-2010
Boston Celtics
2010-2011
Shaq's eight seasons with the Lakers produced three consecutive championships, three Finals MVPs, and the most physically dominant stretch any player has ever produced in professional basketball.
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