Shaquille O’Neal’s Candid Take on Nikola Jokic: What You Need to Know

Shaquille O’Neal, a towering figure in NBA history, exudes confidence, justifiably so. In a recent discussion with the Ausamerican Aces, he reflected on a potential matchup with three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, who has revolutionized the game for seven-foot players with his remarkable basketball intelligence and dual skills as a rebounder and playmaker. O’Neal, who has long proclaimed himself the greatest big man in NBA history, shared his thoughts on what his performance would be against Jokic. He suggested a hypothetical stat line of 40 points, 14 rebounds, and 3 blocks, acknowledging Jokic's unique abilities. However, Shaq noted that he might struggle to contain him due to the Denver Nuggets’ strategic pick and roll. Despite Jokic's impressive shooting skills, O’Neal maintained that he would impose his defensive prowess, emphasizing that if Jokic were a primary focus, he might not thrive as much.