Tory Lanez may have Quarantine Radio, but Shaquille O'Neal and his family have Cribchella. Thousands of festival lovers were left disappointed after it was announced that Coachella would be canceled, but Shaq and his sons are turning up during this mandatory COVID-19 quarantine. If we're all being told to stay home and social distance, we might as well get creative on how we spend our time indoors.
View this post on InstagramShaq and his crew are having a great time, and they're sharing the love with the public. We've seen Shaq get down as a kitchen DJ, but the group has returned with performances. First, Shareef O'Neal steps up to the mic as Shareefa Flocka Flame as he performs Waka Flocka Flame's "Hard in da Paint." Shareef wasn't the only one giving their best-lip-synced performance for Cribchella, either. Shaqir O'Neal became Shaquir Brown and went all out while delivering the Chris Brown classic "Take You Down."
Shaqir definitely was the O'Neal who stole the show because he gave his best C. Breezy impersonation complete with ab-showing, shirt-ripping, and on-the-floor sexy-like dance moves. Chris Brown thought the whole thing was entertaining as he reported the clip to his page and shared a caption that featured multiple crying while laughing emojis. Check out Shareef O'Neal as Waka Flocka and Shaqir O'Neal as Chris Brown below. Who else do you want to see at Cribchella?
View this post on InstagramShaq Displays Dad-Like Dance Moves Alongside His Sons
Shaq's dance moves leave a lot to be desired although you can't really blame him.
Let's face it, this quarantine has provided very little sports content. Athletes and analysts are bored out of their minds as there is simply nothing to do. Leagues are on pause and seasons are in a state of purgatory. No one knows what's going to come next and unfortunately, it's not looking too good for anyone. Regardless, we are all in this together and now that we have some extra time with our families, many are taking advantage.
One of those people is none other than NBA legend, Shaq. The former superstar has been spending time at home with his sons, Shaqir and Shareef. Shaqir has his very own TikTok and has been getting his dad to partake in the festivities. In the video below, Shaq brings the dad vibes as he tries to emulate the dance moves of his children. While his moves leave a lot to be desired, you can't help but commend him for trying.
With the NBA season destined to be on pause until the late summer, it will be interesting to see what Shaq and other analysts begin to do. Perhaps he will start doing breakdowns of old games he was a part of. If that's the case, his social media will certainly be must-watch material.
In the meantime though, boredom has prevailed.
Tinashe, Keke Palmer Heat Up Megan Thee Stallion #SavageChallenge
Tinashe & Keke Palmer join thousands of others who have shared their versions of Megan Thee Stallion’s #SavageChallenge.
The #SavageChallenge is taking over, and it looks like Tinashe can’t stop grooving to Megan Thee Stallion‘s Suga track. The Houston Hottie recently released her Suga EP amid chaos and dissension with her record label 1501 Certified Entertainment. Nevertheless, Meg’s fans have warmly accepted her latest effort, and one fan recently helped breathe life into “Savage” after she created a TikTok dance to the song.
Even Megan Thee Stallion was impressed and shared videos of fans attempting the #SavageChallenge. She finally stepped up to the plate, herself, and shared her take on the dance, and of course, it was completed with a twerk session. Tinashe and talk show host Keke Palmer are using their coronavirus quarantine time to learn a few TikTok dances, including “Savage,” and she put her sexy moves on display when she shared her videos to Instagram.
We previously reported how Shaquille O’Neal’s son Shareef O’Neal saw Tinashe’s #SavageChallenge clips and decided to shoot his shot on Twitter. The 20-year-old wrote, “I have a crush on you,” to which the Songs For You singer responded with “???.” Check out Tinashe, Keke Palmer, and Kandi Burruss with her daughter Riley as they all showcase their dance moves below.
Shareef O’Neal Shoots His Shot At Tinashe
Shaq's son Shareef receives positive response after publicly expressing his love for Tinashe on twitter.
Shaquille O'Neal's son, Shareef, has found the courage to shoot his shot at Tinashe - and things went about as well as he could have expected.
After watching Tinashe's latest TikTok video on Tuesday, Shareef expressed his love in a series of tweets, including this not-so-subtle reply to Tinashe's tweet, "I have a crush on you." Moments latest he added, "Who doesn’t like Tinashe she's dope!" No arguments here.
It must have felt like years since he hit send on those tweets, but Shareef surely felt a sigh of relief early Wednesday morning when Tinashe responded with a trio of heart emojis. Check out the back-and-forth in the tweets embedded below.
Shareef, 20, was a highly recruited prospect in the Class of 2018 and had drawn interest from several blue blood programs, such as Kentucky and Arizona, before ultimately signing with the UCLA Bruins. However, his brief stint at UCLA ended early this year as he announced his decision to transfer to LSU, his father's alma mater.
In regards to following his dad's collegiate path, Shareef recently told Sports Illustrated, "Real big footsteps. But I'm ready for it. Great program. Louisiana is a different scene. I've been in L.A. most of my life, but I'm ready for it."
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Shareef O’Neal Gets Kobe & Gianna Bryant Tattoos In Their Honor
Kobe had a huge impact on Shareef's life.
Kobe and Gianna Bryant's passing has come as a shock to the basketball community and over the past week, fans, family, and peers have been in mourning. One of the people who knew Kobe was none other than Shareef O'Neal who is the son of NBA legend, Shaq. Shareef used to talk to Kobe all the time as the Bryant would give the young basketball player some advice on the game. Shareef also knew Gianna which makes the situation even more heartbreaking.
According to TMZ, Shareef is honoring Kobe and Gianna with a tattoo. Recently, Shareef took to his Instagram story where he showed off a tattoo depicting Gianna' Number 2 Mamba jersey. Next to the jersey is Kobe's two numbers: 8 and 24.
LeBron James recently got his own Kobe Bryant tattoo which depicts a black mamba snake next to a rose. The tattoo also features Kobe's two numbers. Even Anthony Davis got similar ink which just goes to show the kind of impact Kobe had on the game of basketball and its players.
Over the next few weeks, months, and perhaps even years, we're sure we will see even more tributes pour in for one of the best players to ever step on a court.
Kobe Bryant Memorabilia Selling For Up To 20x Price Before Death, Scammers Cash In
If you're looking to buy, keep your wits about you.
This may be a time for mourning for the millions of people who admired Kobe Bryant, but dealers and scam artists see the Los Angeles Lakers' death as an opportunity to cash in. Shaquille O'Neal's son Shareef O'Neal even sent out a tweet asking for L.A. to shut down for a day in order to have a parade dedicated to the NBA legend make its way through the city just to show just how important the basketball star's legacy was to the world. While we wait to see if that will actually happen in the future, there are a select few who are scheming to make big bucks off of Bryant's tragic death.
Unsurprisingly, people are looking to collect Bryant memorabilia, but if you're hoping to hold on to a piece of Kobe Bryant's history, be prepared to dish out some serious cash to reputable dealers. According to a report by TMZ, diehard fans are more than willing to pay anywhere between 2x to 20x the prices listed prior to the basketball star's death.
"For example, a game-worn and signed Kobe jersey from the 2004-2005 season was expected to hit $6,000 before his death," TMZ wrote in their report. "But pre-bidders have already bumped the price to a starting $6,500 and the auction still runs for another month!" The outlet added that there is a high-end dealer who had an "extremely rare" basketball card of Bryant's, and while it was initially expected to sell for approximately $2,500, it went for almost $50K.
Aside from the dramatic increase in the prices for memorabilia, there are scammers who are pushing out forgeries and fakes. Online auctions are especially vulnerable to these types of scams that allegedly sell items that feature fake autographs and signatures. The Washington Post advised shoppers to avoid unfamiliar shopping sites and to not feel pressured into making purchases too quickly. If people are trying to rush you into a transaction, it's likely a scam. The publication also states to use credit, not debit, and to always check an online site's security settings.
Watch a few reports below.
Shaq Breaks Down In Tears While Speaking About Kobe Bryant: "I Lost A Little Brother"
So heartbreaking to watch.
They made magic happen in the paint together, and while they had their differences off of the court, Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal were like family. The two Los Angeles Lakers legends have known each other for decades and their families were interwoven—Kobe reportedly even texted Shaq's son Shareef just prior to the helicopter crash to ask how the 20-year-old has been recovering since his heart surgery. Following the news of Kobe's death, Shaq shared that he hasn't eaten or slept, and in a sorrowful segment of NBA on TNT, the basketball icon broke down in tears remembering his longtime friend.
Kevork Djansezian / Stringer / Getty ImagesThe NBA champion said that he was working out with his son when his nephew came in crying. His nephew held up his phone and showed him the news of Kobe's death and Shaq admits that initially, he told him to "get that out of my face." Shaq added, "We live in a world where anything can be photoshopped, anything can be hoaxed. I didn't want to believe it."
Sadly, others in the industry began calling Shaq to confirm that Kobe was gone. "I haven't felt a pain that sharp in a while," Shaq said. "Forty-seven-years-old... lost two grandmothers, lost a sarge, lost my sister, and now I lost a little brother. Our names will be attached together for what we did. People always ask about our relationship and I tell them it's just like me and Charles [Barkley]. You got two strong-minded people that are gonna get it done their way, gonna say certain things. The respect will never be lost. But when it comes to being inside the lines and winning, that's what me and him, that's what we did."
Shaq shared how he was further gutted by the false rumors that Rick Fox as on the helicopter and lost his life as well. Yet, the "final blow" was when he heard about Kobe's 13-year-old daughter Gianna Maria-Onore Bryant who died alongside her father. It became difficult for Shaq to continue speaking about his friend as he became choked up and tears streamed down his face. The sports star said that this tragedy has shown him that he needs to take more time for the ones he loves because he's left wishing he could say more to his late friend. Watch the deeply emotional clip below.
Shaq’s Son Shareef Shares Final Message From Kobe Bryant Hours Before Crash
Shareef shares final message he received from Kobe.
Shaquille O'Neal's son, Shareef, was one of the last people to hear from Kobe Bryant prior to the tragic helicopter accident that claimed the Laker legend's life, as well as that of his 13-year old daughter Gianna, and seven others.
Shortly after the heartbreaking news surfaced on Sunday afternoon, Shareef posted a screenshot of the final message Kobe had sent him earlier that day. As seen in the IG post embedded below, Bryant had simply reached out to check in on Shareef, as the 20-year old forward recently announced that he had decided to transfer from UCLA.
Hours after receiving Kobe's "You good fam?" message, Shareef replied, "Yeah! Just getting this work in trying to figure out my next move.” He added, “How you been?” During the time between Kobe's initial message at 8:19 am and Shareef's response at 10:58 am, the 41-year old icon had been killed in the crash in Calabasas, California.
"You’ve really been there for me all 20 years of my life ... been there for me since I was born .. love you"
"Can we shut down LA for a day and just have a Kobe parade ... someone set it up"
Of course, Shareef's father Shaq was also among those who paid tribute to Kobe on Sunday.
"There are no words to express the pain I’m going through now with this tragic and sad moment of losing my niece Gigi & my friend, my brother, my partner in winning championships, my dude and my homie. I love you and you will be missed. My condolences goes out to the Bryant family and the families of the other passengers on board. IM SICK RIGHT NOW!"
Shaq’s Son Shareef O’Neal Announces He’s Leaving UCLA
Shareef O'Neal issues statement regarding his decision to transfer.
Shareef O'Neal, the oldest son of NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, has announced his decision to transfer from UCLA. The Bruins freshman, who missed all of last year after undergoing heart surgery, averaged just 2.2 points and 2.9 rebounds in 13 games this season.
O'Neal didn't give a specific reason for his decision, nor did he reveal which school he intends to enroll at next. That said, he made sure to thank the University, Bruins fans, and former head coach Steve Alford who recruited him to UCLA in 2018.
His statement reads, in part:
"My parents have always taught me that transparency is the best form of communication. It is in this spirit I announced today my departure from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)."
"I’m looking forward to the next chapter, whatever that may be. And a very special thanks to the UCLA fans for your continued support these past two years. You truly have been the strength that sustained me."
"I would like to give special thanks to Coach Steve Alford who recruited me here, Coach Cronin for developing me, and the awesome medical staff for giving me a second chance at fulfilling my dreams of playing on the next level. A part of my heart will always be at UCLA figuratively and literally."
The 20-year old forward was highly recruited in the Class of 2018 and had drawn interest from Kentucky as well as Arizona. In fact, he had originally committed to Arizona before changing his mind and signing with UCLA. We'll have to wait and see where he'll get his next opportunity.
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