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"Tweet another monkey post about my girl Angel Reese. I'm going to punch you in your MF face" - Shaquille O'Neal threatens to punch Robert Griffin III for the WNBA star racist X post
"Tweet another monkey post about my girl Angel Reese. I'm going to punch you in your MF face" - Shaquille O'Neal threatens to punch Robert Griffin III for the WNBA star racist X post originally appeared on Basketball Network. All throughout his career, Shaquille O'Neal has proven he's not someone competitors want to be on the wrong side of. With his sheer size and remarkable strength, there was no opponent he wouldn't brutalize on his way to the basket. Despite being retired and enjoying life as a businessman, broadcaster, and podcaster, Shaq showed he still has a lot of gas left in the tank, especially when it comes to defending people who mean something to him. During his appearance on the "Off The Record" podcast, he locked in on former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III, who recently caused an uproar when he reposted an edited image of Angel Reese's 2K26 cover, depicting her as a monkey. O'Neal didn't hold back in his stern warning to RG3, making it clear he'd resort to punching him if he ever repeated such behavior. Shaq has Angel's back Shaq has gone on record numerous times, saying she's got Angel's back. Aside from the two hoop stars going to the same school, LSU, Diesel, who is the president of Reebok basketball, also recently signed the Chicago Sky forward to a sneaker contract with the sports apparel brand. Reese has long been a polarizing figure in the sports world, particularly due to her high-profile rivalry with Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark. Her actions have drawn repeated criticism from RG3, who has frequently taken jabs at her on his podcast and social media. However, it was Griffin's latest post on X that finally caused Shaq to speak out. "RG3, tweet another monkey post about my girl Angel Reese. I'm going to punch you in your MFng face," Shaq emphatically said. "It's enough. Like, I don't usually do stuff like this, but just stop it, bro. You got your job. You got your podcast. Leave my Angel alone. I'm the one calling her and telling her not to respond. Stop it. That's the last time." Griffin was once among the NFL's most dynamic quarterbacks. His extraordinary rookie season earned him a Pro Bowl selection and the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award. However, a devastating knee injury during the playoffs altered the trajectory of his career, and he was never able to reclaim his former dominance. In his remarks, Shaq acknowledged RG3's impressive athletic accomplishments but noted that, unfortunately, they risk being overshadowed by his recent actions. "It's a shame that all the stuff you did in your life, you're going to be remembered for your podcast. That should tell you you're not that great. I don't want to be remembered for Shaq's 'Big Podcast', I do not," Diesel said. "So like, leave those girls alone. You already spoke on it. Let it go. Let it go. So what? She hates her. So what? I hate you now for messing with her. Now what? Say something about me."Competition is the name of the game Shaq explained that in professional sports, emotions and tensions often run high — something every player must learn to navigate. He also noted that the word "hate" is frequently used in this narrative, emphasizing that it's an intrinsic part of the competitive spirit. "She's supposed to hate her. So what?" Shaq expressed. "Yeah. I hated the Clippers. I hated the Celtics. That's not real hate. We look around at what's going on in this real country. That's hate. This is sports. I'm not supposed to like you." Shaq is a man of his word, so RG3 best believe he's going to do what he said he would if he goes out of line with any future commentary involving story was originally reported by Basketball Network on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Boston Celtics flex future potential with sharp win over Memphis Grizzlies in Summer League faceoff
Memphis Grizzlies vs Boston Celtics. Image via: David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images The Boston Celtics' young core stood out in a high-octane matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies on July 11 at the Pavilion in Las Vegas Summer League. The Celtics secured a 92-78 win over the Grizzlies and flexed their prowess for a top-notch and apparently future-proof roster that may land on the main roster in the coming days. The 14-point deficit was huge for the Grizzlies, and they were far from coming back to the game to lead. Boston Celtics' rising talent steals spotlight with dominant win over Memphis Grizzlies in Summer League clash The Memphis Grizzlies struggled to find rhythm in their Las Vegas Summer League matchup, falling short against a more cohesive Boston Celtics squad. Despite a few bright spots in individual performances, the Grizzlies shot just 40.6% from the field and a disappointing 20.7% from beyond the arc, connecting on only 6 of their 29 three-point attempts. They also made just 64% of their free throws (16-of-25), which added to their offensive frustrations in a game they lost by a 14-point margin. Boston Celtics vs. Memphis Grizzlies | Full Game Highlights | 2K26 NBA Summer League GG Jackson led the Grizzlies with 16 points on an efficient 5-of-10 shooting. Jackson also added 4 rebounds and 2 assists in 29 minutes. Armando Bacot had a solid showing in the frontcourt with 7 field goals on 13 attempts, scoring 14 points and pulling down 6 rebounds. Cam Spencer was another bright spot, adding 15 points, 3 rebounds, and shooting a team-best 50% from three-point range. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Jaylen Wells struggled with his shot, making just 3 of his 10 field goal attempts and going 2-of-7 from deep. However, he hit all five of his free throws and chipped in 3 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block. Zyon Pullin and Aaron Estrada also had quiet games, with Pullin scoring 5 points and Estrada adding 8 points off the bench. The Grizzlies committed 19 turnovers and 27 personal fouls, which stalled any chance of a comeback. On the other side, the Boston Celtics' Summer League squad delivered a strong performance in Las Vegas, securing a 92-point outing on balanced team play and energy on the boards. The team shot 40.5% from the field, connecting on 30 of 74 attempts, and hit 9 of their 28 shots from beyond the arc (32.1%). Though their free-throw shooting was uneven at 69.7%, Boston made up for it with hustle, grabbing 45 rebounds and sharing the ball well with 17 total assists. Hugo González led the charge with an all-around effort in 28 minutes. He scored 12 points on 4-of-12 shooting, including three triples, and dished out 5 assists while grabbing 4 rebounds. Jordan Walsh also stood out with 17 points on 50% shooting from the field and an efficient 3-of-6 from deep. Kenneth Lofton Jr. struggled with his shot, going just 1-of-8, but got to the line often and made 9 of his 10 free throws. He also contributed 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 assists. Charles Bassey delivered one of the most efficient showings of the game, hitting 7 of his 8 shots for 14 points and pulling down a team-high 11 rebounds in just under 19 minutes. Despite a rough shooting night (2-of-14), Baylor Scheierman filled the box score with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Max Shulga added 3 assists and 3 rebounds off the bench, and Aman Williams scored 9 points on a perfect 3-of-3 from the field. Miles Norris added 8 points, and Kendall Brown chipped in 5 off the bench. Also Read: LeBron James' agent breaks silence on parting ways with Los Angeles Lakers rumor: 'Want what's best for him' Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
