“Shaq’s Hilarious Takedown: NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal Mocks Shooting Trainer Years After Infamous Inside the NBA Episode”
In a saga that refuses to die down, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has reignited the playful feud with Instagram shooting trainer Anthony Miracola. The drama traces back to Miracola’s appearance on Inside the NBA in April 2019, where he faced humiliation after missing all three attempts in a 3-point contest against Kenny Smith.
Miracola, now a world record-holder for hitting 31 straight 3-pointers in a minute, recently attempted to defend himself on Gilbert Arenas’ podcast. However, Shaq, true to his playful nature, took to Instagram to mockingly dismiss Miracola’s explanations, keeping the banter alive.
The infamous Inside the NBA episode saw Miracola’s failed attempts at the 3-point contest, leading to relentless teasing from Shaq, Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley, and Ernie Johnson. In the recent podcast interview, Miracola explained his side, emphasizing the challenging court conditions inside the TNT studios. Shaq, however, remains unyielding in his playful ribbing, posting a video on Instagram captioned with a cheeky remark.
Shaquille O’Neal, though, would have none of his ‘excuses’ and ribbed him with a video post on Instagram. The four-time NBA champion captioned it:
“ernie kenny and chuck apologize . BUT I DONT .
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Shaq, however, wasn’t having any of Miracola’s explanations and responded with an Instagram video captioned, “ernie kenny and chuck apologize . BUT I DONT LOL.” The ongoing banter showcases Shaq’s trademark humor and adds another chapter to their lighthearted feud.
Despite the good-natured ribbing, Miracola seems to have moved past the embarrassment, focusing on his successful career as a shooting trainer. Notably, he recently clinched the top prize of $100,000 in Gilbert Arenas’ shooting contest, proving that he can thrive beyond the Inside the NBA spotlight.
In a surprising turn of events, Shaquille O’Neal, renowned for his dominance in the paint rather than his 3-point prowess, continues to surprise fans with his shooting skills in retirement. Although he made only one three-pointer during his illustrious 19-year NBA career, ‘Shaq’ has found joy in showcasing his deep-shot abilities post-retirement.
A memorable instance occurred during a DJ show where O’Neal, handed a mini basketball, effortlessly sank a shot from afar on his first attempt. The crowd erupted in cheers as Shaq, known for his power and finesse near the basket, displayed a different side of his game, celebrating the unexpected trey.
While Shaquille O’Neal may not have been known for his 3-point prowess during his NBA career, his ability to sink deep shots post-retirement has become a source of amusement for fans. The DJ event showcased a lighter side of ‘Shaq,’ proving that even legends find joy in surprising the crowd with unexpected talents.
In the grand scope of basketball banter, Shaquille O’Neal’s ongoing playful jabs and surprising shooting skills post-retirement continue to captivate fans, highlighting that the NBA legend remains a force both on and off the court.
I still can’t believe I made this lol pic.twitter.com/q0BUM2iDou
— DJ Diesel (@djdiesel) June 24, 2023
