There seems to be a conflict between him and Shaquille O’Neal. Shannon Sharpe.It all started when the former spoke to the Denver Nuggets star. Nikola Jokic, became the winner of the 2024 NBA MVP award on Wednesday (May 8). During the exchange, Shaq made it clear who he felt should have received the honor.
“Joker, as the president of the Big Man Alliance — you’re the vice president of the Big Man Alliance — you know that I love you,” he said in Inside the・NBA” , I would like to congratulate you, but I would like you to hear from me first.I thought so [Shai Gilgeous-Alexander] He was supposed to be MVP. That’s no disrespect to you, but congratulations. ”
Later that day, Sharp criticized the NBA Hall of Famer on his “Nightcap” podcast with Chad Johnson. gilbert arenas. “Shaq will never be raised [in GOAT conversations]” said the NFL alum. “And I think part of him is jealous of that,” he added. Sharp also felt that if Shaq had a better work ethic, he would have had a more successful career.
Earlier today (May 10), the four-time NBA champion hopped on Instagram to share his thoughts with Sharpe. “You made me stand up [for Gilgeous-Alexander as] Jealousy of the Joker.It shows how smart you are and what kind of statements you’ll make to get clicks,” he wrote, “If you’re not ranked in the top 10 in your profession, Can’t talk. Remember, I know what you did to get here… You don’t know my work ethic, but according to it. [to you], My work is less than yours, but my worth is more than yours. Make it meaningful. ”
It didn’t take long for Sharp to get Shaq’s message. He read the message during the taping of another “Nightcap” episode. When speaking with Johnson, the three-time Super Bowl champion praised Shaq’s accomplishments and financial success, and echoed his comments about Shaq’s work ethic. “Yes, you have more money. Yes, you are more famous than I am. Yes, you are more famous than I am. You have much more money than I ever had.” “Yes, but no one will ever say I was lazy or fooled myself,” Sharp retorted.
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