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Shaquille O’Neal Acknowledges Joel Embiid Comparison, Despite Championship Differences

LA Clippers star wing Paul George recently made a bold comparison between Philadelphia 76ers superstar big man Joel Embiid and NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. While many questioned George’s opinion, O’Neal appeared to accept the comparison. In a recent episode of “Podcast P with Paul George,” the talented player dubbed Embiid this generation’s ‘Shaq.’ George went on to break down how the reigning MVP is just as unstoppable as the legendary big man.

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You can’t stop him,” George said. “He’s too big, he’s agile, he can shoot, he can step out from the 3-point line. He’s just a big body. He’s our generation and our version of Shaq. There’s nobody we can put on Shaq. Bro, there’s nobody you can put on Joel.

This comparison drew attention due to the contrasting championship success between O’Neal and Embiid. O’Neal, during his illustrious 19-season career, secured four NBA titles, while Embiid has yet to make it past the second round of the playoffs in his eight seasons.

Shaquille O’Neal Instagram Story

Shaquille O’Neal Instagram Story

Moreover, O’Neal has a reputation for being critical of superstars who haven’t won championships, including Embiid. On “The Big Podcast with Shaq,” he called out the Sixers’ big man for his playoff shortcomings. Although he acknowledged Embiid’s impressive statistical performances, O’Neal emphasized that he needs to showcase his abilities on the grandest stage, “the big dance,” in order to truly earn the title of the NBA’s best big man.

Despite his previous comments, O’Neal shared George’s quote on his Instagram stories without further comment. The fact that he chose to share the post suggests that the comparison must have at least piqued his interest.

This acceptance of the comparison from O’Neal, even without a direct endorsement or comment, is noteworthy. It indicates that he sees similarities between himself and Embiid in terms of dominance and impact on the court. While championships undoubtedly play a significant role in evaluating a player’s legacy, O’Neal’s willingness to acknowledge Embiid’s talents speaks volumes about the respect he has for the young star.

It is important to note that O’Neal’s acceptance of the comparison does not diminish his own achievements or elevate Embiid to the same status. However, it does highlight the recognition of Embiid’s unique skill set and the impact he has on the game.

As Embiid continues to strive for postseason success and possibly a championship, the comparison to O’Neal will inevitably resurface. Whether or not he can achieve the same level of success remains to be seen, but for now, the comparison has garnered attention and opened up discussions about the similarities between two dominant big men in different eras.

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In the end, O’Neal’s acceptance of the comparison shows that greatness recognizes greatness, regardless of championship success. Embiid should take it as a nod of respect from one of the game’s all-time greats and use it as motivation to continue pushing for success on the biggest stage of them all.



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