Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal blasts today’s NBA: ‘I don’t think the current players…READ MORE

*”Shaq Blasts Modern NBA: ‘Current Players Love What They Get Out of the Game, Not the Game Itself'”*

Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal recently expressed his disappointment with the current state of the NBA, stating that today’s players prioritize financial gain over their love for the game. According to Shaq, players focus more on accumulating wealth, with some seeking $200-300 million contracts, rather than delivering exciting performances for the fans ¹.

Some key points from Shaq’s critique include ²:
– *Lack of Physicality*: Shaq believes the NBA has become less physical, with players avoiding hard fouls to evade fines and suspensions.
– *Different Mindset*: Unlike his playing days, Shaq thinks modern players don’t play with the same passion and pride, instead focusing on personal gain.
– *Competitive Spirit*: Shaq urges current players to step up their competitive spirit, emphasizing that fans pay to watch high-quality performances.

This isn’t the first time Shaq has voiced his opinions on the NBA. He’s previously criticized the league’s load management trend and called modern players “soft” ³.