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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.
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Trajetória de Carreira
Shaquille O'Neal é uma lenda do basquete e uma das figuras mais icônicas da história do Los Angeles Lakers. Formado pela Louisiana State University (LSU). 4× campeão da NBA. Seu legado continua inspirando gerações de fãs e jogadores em todo o mundo.
Vida Pessoal e Família
Status
Single (previously married to Shaunie Henderson, 2002-2011)
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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.
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The Big Aristotle
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
Featured Achievements
#9 All-Time Scorer
28,596 points#9 Histórico
Finished career with 28,596 points — 8th all-time when he retired.
NBA Champion — LA Lakers (2000)
1st ringWon first of three consecutive championships. Named Finals MVP.
vs. Indiana Pacers(4-2)
NBA Champion — Miami Heat (2006)
4th ringWon 4th championship alongside Dwyane Wade.
vs. Dallas Mavericks(4-2)
NBA Most Valuable Player
1xWon MVP in 1999-2000.
1999-00
NBA Finals MVP
3xWon 3 consecutive Finals MVPs (2000-2002).
NBA All-Star
15x15x All-Star selection.
Most Dominant Physical Force in NBA History
Cultural ImpactAt 7'1" and 325 lbs, required rule changes (Hack-a-Shaq). One of the most physically dominant players ever.
NBA Champion — LA Lakers (2001)
2nd ring2000-01
NBA Champion — LA Lakers (2002)
3rd ring2001-02
Ganhos de Carreira
~$292M
Salário total estimado na carreira NBA
Patrocinadores
Reebok/Shaq Brand
Signature shoe line, later launched affordable Shaq brand at Walmart
1992-present
TNT Inside the NBA
Emmy-winning studio analyst alongside Charles Barkley
2011-present
Papa John's
Franchise owner (over 50 locations) and board member
2019-present
The General Insurance
National spokesperson and investor
2016-present
Gold Bond
Long-running national TV campaign
2010s-present
24 Hour Fitness
Franchise investor and ambassador
2000s-2010s
Filhos (6)
Pais & Irmãos
Fora das Quadras
Shaq-a-Claus (holiday gift-giving)
Boys & Girls Clubs
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Has a doctoral degree (Ed.D.) in Human Resource Development from Barry University — Dr. Shaquille O'Neal.
Released four rap albums, with his debut "Shaq Diesel" going platinum. He is a legitimate performing DJ under the name "DJ Diesel."
Has had more nicknames than almost any athlete: Shaq, Superman, The Big Aristotle, Diesel, The Big Shamrock, Shaq Fu, and more.
His children Shareef and Me'arah have both pursued basketball careers, continuing the family legacy.
Became a reserve police officer in multiple cities and has a genuine passion for law enforcement.
Conquistas da Carreira
4x NBA Champion
3x Finals MVP
1x NBA MVP
15x All-Star
2x Scoring Champion
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