Shaquille O’Neal Thinks It Is Disrespectful That Kobe Bryant Is Not Mentioned In The GOAT Conversation

Shaquille O'Neal has always ensured that Kobe Bryant's name is brought up in the NBA GOAT conversation.

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Shaquille O’Neal was one of the greatest players of his generation, but he wasn’t getting the respect he deserved until he became an NBA Champion for the first time. After spending multiple years in the NBA, Shaq won a championship for the first time in 2000 with the Los Angeles Lakers, with Kobe Bryant by his side

Over the course of his career, Kobe proved that he was among the greatest basketball players to ever live. While many fans treat Kobe with that respect, the media often don’t bring Kobe into the conversation with LeBron James and Michael Jordan, something Shaq isn’t happy about. 

“How come Kobe never gets brought up? I think it’s kinda disrespectful if you ask me.”

“Nobody. Stop it. Will you stop it? (when someone asked him if anyone in the modern NBA is like Kobe). I don’t compare anyone to Mike, but Kobe is the closest thing to Mike. And is there someone who’s close to Kobe? No.”

Kobe does get the respect he deserves from fans that appreciate his impact on the game. It’s easy to get lost in old statistics while discussing such topics, but Kobe had an impact on the game that can never be understated. Shaq recently revealed he wished he had kept in touch with Kobe prior to his passing.


Is Kobe Bryant A Top-3 All-Time Player?

Kobe Bryant had a sensational career and proved over the course of his 20 years in the NBA that he is someone to be reckoned with. His 5 championships stand as a very impressive tally as an individual player, and his career scoring average of 25.0 points is no laughing matter.

It’s hard to say that Kobe is definitely better than Jordan or LeBron, but a deeper conversation can be had about the same. Many people might prefer Kobe on their all-time list to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar or other legends. These lists are subjective, and a player like Kobe deserves greater appreciation for the mark he left on the game.

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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