Shaq reveals what career he'd have if he never played basketball that still would have made him very famous. But there’s another career Shaq had that he insists would have made him a household name if ...

Speaking during a 2019 appearance on the Fair Game podcast, the rookie recounted the incident years later. That rookie was Mark Madsen, the No. 29 overall pick by the Lakers in the 2000 NBA Draft.

Shaquille O'Neal helped pave the way for NBA stars to find success in hip-hop. Damian Lillard followed suit with his lyrical talents. Illustration: Kelsea Petersen / The Athletic; Photos: Gabe ...

Pivotal 1992 advice: Magic Johnson urged a young Shaq to prioritize ownership over fame, planting the seed for his long-term wealth strategy. From spender to investor: After early big spending, O’Neal ...