Shaquille O’Neal Names Three Current NBA Players Who Could Survive In His Era

Shaquille O'Neal names LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Anthony Edwards when asked who could survive in his era
Shaquille O’Neal (Photo by Mike Watters/Imagn Images)

The NBA has always been a league driven by debates, whether it’s about the greatest of all time, championship legacies, or how today’s stars would stack up against the legends of the past. One conversation that continues to spark debate is how modern NBA players would fare in the more physical, defense-heavy eras of the past.

Recently, NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal weighed in on this topic, giving his perspective on which of today’s stars could truly compete during his time in the league. On a recent episode of The Big Podcast, when asked who among today’s players could thrive in that kind of environment, Shaq named Anthony Edwards, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant.

“I think about that all the time. Anthony Edwards is big and strong. LeBron, of course… well, he did play in that era. Kevin Durant also played in our era, but that’s about it,” Shaq said.

LeBron has long been the bridge between generations, while Durant’s athleticism also has made him one of the most versatile offensive threats in NBA history. Edwards also has the physical tools and mental toughness that Shaq believes would have allowed him to thrive alongside the legends of the past.

Shaquille O’Neal Sends Heartfelt Message To Victor Wembanyama After Season-Ending Diagnosis

The San Antonio Spurs received a devastating. Their star Victor Wembanyama will miss the remainder of the season due to deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. On The Big Podcast, Shaquille O’Neal expressed both concern and relief regarding the timely discovery of Wembanyama’s condition.

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“One thing I know about the NBA, especially the Spurs organization, is they have the top medical people. I’m glad they just found it. This is something that you can possibly not wake up from. So I’m glad they found it, and I’m glad they’re taking control of the situation. He’s a great kid; someday, he will be the face of the league,” Shaq said.

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Before the diagnosis, Wembanyama was having a standout season. In 46 games, he averaged 24.3 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. However, the long-term outlook remains positive, especially given the early detection of the condition.