Shakil O’Neill did not want his son Sharif to announce for the NBA Draft
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Source: Twitter / Sharif O’Neill
Shaquille O’Neal changed the course of his life and the lives of all his loved ones when he became an NBA player. Being a player in the league fills a player’s pockets with cash very quickly, which means these players have to mature amazingly quickly and be able to manage not only their finances but also how they help the people around them.
That’s why so many people aspire to be NBA players and get them out of poor living conditions, because the league is the ticket to a better life. After earning his living, Shaq started living a good life, but he had to take responsibility for raising his family.
His sons are basketball players but they don’t have the same skills as Shaq. As a result, his college career has become unforgettable. Shaq’s 22-year-old son Sharif is entering the 2022 NBA draft, which Sharif told ESPN that ‘Big Diesel’ was not happy.
“We’re kind of a hindrance to this process. He wanted me to stay in school. I wanted to make myself better through this. He knows I’m working with teams. But I’m not going to lie. We’re not talking about this. I’m just going through this.” He didn’t do any pre-draft workouts; he came straight to the magic, so this is a different piece. We have grown up, we will overcome it. “
I was surprised to hear that Shaq did not support Sharif’s move towards playing pro basketball. Shaq has previously said in interviews that he wants his children to be college graduates, so he is upset that Sharif has left for the NBA draft.
Hopefully, both father and son can hash out of the conversation before Thursday’s draft. If Sharif gets a place in the league, he will be a great guide for Sharif.
