Shaquile O'Neal

Shaq full name was Shaquille Rashaun O'Neal (born March 6, 1972), frequently referred to simply as Shaq, is one of the most famous American professional basketball players playing today; he is generally regarded as being one of the most dominant players in the National Basketball Association. He currently starts as center for the Miami Heat, after previous stints with the Los Angeles Lakers, and, earlier, the Orlando Magic. Throughout his career, he has been on four NBA Championship teams, most recently in 2006, with the Miami Heat.

Strength:
O'Neal's 7 ft 1 in/330-lb (2.16 m / 150 kg) frame gives him a power advantage over most opponents, and for a man of that size, he is quick and explosive. His "drop step", (called the "Black Tornado" by Shaq) in which he posts up a defender, turns around and, using his elbows for leverage, powers past him for a high-percentage slam dunk, has proven an effective offensive weapon.
Talking about Shaq, is like talking about the size, power, and quickness.
Opposing teams often use up many fouls on O'Neal, limiting the playing time of their own big men. Trying to defend O'Neal, teams put two, or sometimes even three defenders on him, resulting in uncontested shot opportunites for his teammates.

Weakness:
O'Neal's free throw shooting is probably one of his only major weaknesses.

Shaquille O'Neal's Profiles

Position:
Center

Fullname:
Shaquille Rashaun O'Neal

Nickname:
Shaq, The Diesel, The Big Aristotle, Doctor Shaq

Height:
7 ft 1 in (2.16 m)

Weight:
325 lb (148 kg)

Abilities:
- Power Post Player
- Explosive Dunker
- Quick in his size
- Shot-Blocker
- Rebounder

Team:
Miami Heat

Nationality:
United States

Born:
March 6, 1972 (age 34) in Newark, New Jersey

College:
LSU

Drafted:
1st overall in 1992 by Orlando Magic

Pro career:
1992 – present

Former teams:
Orlando 1992 – 1996, LA Lakers 1996 – 2004

Awards:
- 2000 NBA MVP
- 3-time NBA Finals MVP
- 1994 FIBA World Championship MVP