Shaquille O'Neal's 2016 Hall of Fame Induction Speech

Check out Shaquille O'Neal's full Hall of Fame speech.
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[@g-field6687]

The funniest nickname he gave himself was “ The big deporter” after he beat 3 foreign centers in a row in the playoffs ..

[@RavinManiac]

I think it was 4, in 2000 (Vlade, Luc Longley, Sabonis and Smits)

[@stevejones7268]

Lol

[@aaroncasas3506]

Lmfaoo

[@UberAV]

Zinggg

[@MrYgfamily21]

i remember shaq was dunking on divac 10000 times a game against kings and divac wasnt happy...

[@RRproductions156]

It really says a lot about Bill Russell’s character that at his age he still shows up to so many NBA events and Hall of Fame inductions.

[@Lordmordon]

He has the most rings In history of course hes gonna show up 11 rings

[@davideatherly4231]

He’s was a pioneer. He was the first real black star in the nba. He will always show up. To him he knows what he means to black players. And he wants to see his hard work and troubling times paid off.

[@jjjr8664]

He wears rings on all fingers, and an extra on that middle.

[@cxlebgo_brxzy7063]

@@Lordmordon Phil Jackson has the most but I get what U R saying

[@imskyhigh4449]

A basketball God

[@tipsy3]

This dude is so funny but whenever he speaks what he says is so rich with wisdom and comes from the soul.

[@kanajingly8957]

Yeah he also used to like to go to the bathroom for a week in a bucket and poor it on rookies, when he was 34 years old. Not my words. They're Gary Payton's words kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKvHdoinrqx1bqs

[@dezcaughtit316]

This might be the best HOF speech ever

[@chinemeremudoh3732]

EVER! And I've watched a few!

[@garyjohnson7626]

It was Truthful from eating bologna sandwiches and big sons of bitches 😎

[@thekidisback16]

FACTS!!!!

[@Truthorfib]

Chris Bosh have a really good one recently too

[@DM-qp7do]

When you look at Shaqs mom you can really see the pride she feels. An American success story indeed.

[@AllanRoberto2711]

@@bobbyfletcherDJ187Hardtrance what?

[@Josh-it6uy]

no you can't

[@bobbyfletcherDJ187Hardtrance]

@@AllanRoberto2711 what language would you like it in

[@rakim2730]

@@bobbyfletcherDJ187Hardtrance they need to do their research. There is alot of information on KZbin alone

[@donnicereeves8487]

WhoDat Dchavinia Shacking Dunking in Lovesomeu 4life Belovebebless Angelofsavior xoxo Besos

[@tycoon214]

Shaq is the man. “If you hate me, then there’s something wrong with you. Everybody loves me!”-SHAQ

[@sassy20066]

She

[@lmckinney4303]

Yes!!!!

[@sweetalexandandrea550]

Shaq is the man!!! I love him!!

[@AndresGarcia-ts3cf]

Kashif Shabbir Messi and Ronaldhino are the only true goats

[@shush7802]

@@AndresGarcia-ts3cf come on

[@radiogirlnelo]

I love how he took pride in his children and gave props to their mothers... Real classy

[@ladyofsaints8782]

Agree!

[@maryrainerson8672]

100% PURE CLASS!

[@michaelg5402]

lady of saints キげんき

[@michaelg5402]

lady of saints かか

[@luisgonzalez5780]

um.. just one mother for them all you red hat lady nbafamily.fandom.com/wiki/O%27Neal_Family

[@Woodruffwife]

The most beautiful speech ever. He gave props to EVERYONE in his life, including fans; he left an empty seat for his father. The speech was warm, accepting, gracious, and funny. I can listen to this speech again.

[@barbarasayles7448]

Shag has a great big heart ❤ as big as he is 🏀

[@joelinton_fan]

Bill Russel just sitting there looking in the crowd like "yall aint shit, im the mvp"

[@rev3160]

Nathan_ lol he was ass

[@low4299]

OliverN18 bro are you dumb ?

[@bobeeir1416]

Wilt Chamberlain bitch.. Watch your fucking mouth

[@wiseam9]

Lol.😂😂😂😂😂

[@warriorsoldier7888]

Nathan_ HAHAHAHAHAHAHA..... SHIT MAN THAT WAS TOO FUNNY!!!!!!!!....LMFAOFF!!!!!

[@KobeBryant-bk3xh]

My nigga Shaq I'll be there soon i love you -Kobe Bryant

[@alvinator32]

+MR SMOOTH you're*

[@alvinator32]

+OJ Clarkson L

[@BRIANBA100]

SElfish ballhog nba player

[@carlitod.jackson3211]

Kobe Bryant kobe watch youtube

[@travarezcohen7281]

😥😥

[@mrfantastik8168]

The most outstanding thing from this speech is how grateful and apprecuative Shaq is to all the people who influenced him through out his life. Only a person who has humble heart never forgets!

[@richardworkman5416]

Like or dislike his basketball playing, what Shaq has really done is become a decent human being. Now THAT is to be honored!

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@heatherhanson7754]

I think that Shaq gave one of the best Hall of Fame speeches of all time, gracious and humble and most importantly humorous. I love watching him and Charles Barkely go at it on TNT..

[@jagsnation7655]

The best combo on tv

[@paulinemuthena6545]

Long speech

[@toneeenenmor4732]

Certainly the best I have ever listened to

[@de1vos]

Took me a moment to realise Yao Ming isn't standing up.

[@evingoh]

Lmao

[@JohnMilonJohnson]

Hahaha

[@jkjk1995]

🤣🤣

[@theartistbonez1930]

he cant he is crippled

[@suryatihz6224]

😂😂😂

[@2WheelKam]

Loved hearing Shaq talk about his family and childhood. It was special seeing his proud mom smiling when he was talking about their charitable work. I also didn’t know about his post graduate degrees. Shaq is awesome and a great role model for all men.

[@tenysm]

I love how he honored the mothers of his children, for being great mothers!!!

[@luisgonzalez5780]

the mother of his children you mean

[@jasminejadeee9398]

Luis Gonzalez he’s got 2 baby’s mamas

[@jasonhughes5332]

@@luisgonzalez5780 mothers is correct. Shaunie and Arnetta.

[@jpogigtxcr1778]

He told his life story by nothing but thanking people around him. And with humor too! That's why this is my second time watching it.

[@obitriceforlife5771]

jpogi gtxcr1 Shaq is the man

[@carolmaafala3175]

Me too, second time watching it. Very inspirational, Congratulations Shaq!!!

[@danielhaney9992]

I became a huge fan of Shaq after he retired. I also liked him between collage and NBA when I collected all his rookie cards. Just never liked his Florida/LA teams.

[@audreyphillips1795]

I have watched it about 3 times. He is good guy in my book

[@Phabeesha]

Out here balling my eyes out to shaq diesel

[@glocksi]

The only Hall of fame speech I watched to the end

[@landon7759]

Crawfishblacc That made no sense...

[@takingover7805]

djlarrylive him and iverson.

[@berdetteanderson2957]

And Jordan's

[@laurentpecriaux1345]

Same and I can't believe this lasts more than 30 mins lol

[@artisticskillz01]

I watched michael jordans to the end too.

[@denlazar1617]

i remember his dominance back in the day, those were the days... so beautiful years, the 90s and 00s

[@abiolaterry9422]

This is the greatest speech i ever watched in any sport hall of fame history. I love you shaq.

[@sandman62100]

This isn't a speech, this is stand up comedy

[@aeonfrosttv9921]

It was that good!

[@flerinepierretoussaint6108]

It's one. It's a humorous one !

[@marimari9791]

Watch MJ is as dope as crazy as he is yet funny

[@davidsteinberg2120]

Thank God😁

[@portlandpaul656]

He was kind to mention and thank all the coaches and players at all his teams from HS to retirement.

[@bbaker890]

The absolute best role model to ever walk on the court.

[@abf3navyvet691]

Agreed

[@78tag]

Unlike his idiot partner and prankster Sir Charles.

[@TheWopper78]

I can’t get enough of listening to a man like Shaq. He’s a man. A grown man that ACTS JUST LIKE GOD HAD INTENDED. Honest. Giving. Loving. Understanding. Decent. And can SLAM THE SHIT OUTTA THE GLASS!!!!!!

[@kernabryson7143]

First time watching this, and I must say I have no regrets... I get bored real easily, but this was one of the best speech ever... don't know Shaq, but feel like I do... love how he just loved everyone... God bless you Shaq... keep up the good works.

[@VitalityMassage]

From watching videos, Shaquille O'Neal has become one of my favorite personalities! He's fun, funny and brilliant!

[@ckyung1312]

Yes, he is, and I love that these athletes blast away the myth that they can't be witty, smart, thoughtful, kind, etc.

[@hanschouwman4536]

Nobody has a attraction

[@sharonclouden-woods4441]

Such a powerful and well delivered speech. I'm feeling very proud of this man Shaquille O'Neal. I pray that he continues on the path of "blessings".

[@sheliablacksheare7955]

Amen he such a great person

[@oneconsciousman1942]

the one thing which kills all enjoyment of a show is censorship.

[@crsauer91]

theres an unedited version on youtube as well

[@ckyung1312]

I just fill fun fucks in the blanks and it's all good.

[@peterman7000]

probably one the most beloved humans.

[@Lootroq]

True. He could probably roll in some of the most racist towns in America and still get love. He's just that kinda guy

[@ericjones2988]

Lootroq they wouldn’t try no 7’3 human that’s why.

[@madmexican1002]

@@ericjones2988 7'1" actually

[@garywithrow9108]

Great speech Shaq, sincere, comical and eloquent. Your wit, and laughable personality are surpass only by your dominance on the court. Stay humble Shaq and keep growing. Much love BIG MAN.

[@stilesjohnson1745]

Facts

[@senseira6170]

Well said Gaz

[@JohnMilonJohnson]

Hear hear

[@ckyung1312]

Shaq is flipping hilarious 🤣 with his brother as VP of leaves and his sister as CEO of washing dishes or whatever he was saying. These athletes are brains and brawn and I love it.

[@johncooper8839]

What a man. He's always helping kids, giving direction and showing class

[@22hogfan94]

Shaq is the epitome of what any and all basketball players should aspire to be. An amazing player, but an even more amazing human being first.

[@acedeuce24]

Jus the whole cheating on his wife thing gets me.. in this society there is too much worship of celebrities. Even shaq admitted to it. Truth is we make mistakes, were human. But being good at sports shouldnt be the idea of a great human.. idolize the people in ur life who are truly great humans. Not someone you see on tv or who gave a 45 min speech about their own success in sports. There is role models and heroes all around us.

[@Mr_Azali]

Such a big man with an even bigger heart. Shaq is a blessing...im proud & happy for him.

[@kanajingly8957]

Yeah he also used to like to go to the bathroom for a week in a bucket and poor it on rookies, when he was 34 years old. Not my words. They're Gary Payton's words kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKvHdoinrqx1bqs

[@earthawight2497]

That speech came from the heart.Well done.

[@rosewilliams3215]

Such a remarkable human being. Can see how much love his mom have for him just by looking at her face

[@kanajingly8957]

Yeah he also used to like to go to the bathroom for a week in a bucket and poor it on rookies, when he was 34 years old. Not my words. They're Gary Payton's words kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKvHdoinrqx1bqs

[@xgnofearzthe10thgenlegend82]

He fought back tears soooo long

[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

First when he mentioned the military guy.

[@frederickweeksjr.1189]

Yeah, I noticed that.

[@Jtl012]

Bill Russell doesn't look like he knows where he is.

[@Kid82fy]

He's home

[@AdamG3826]

His like a Statue

[@NothingGangProd]

Sad man, time really dont give a fuck about no one.

[@PrivateJoker0119]

He's probably bored of all the Hall of Fame inductions he's been to lol

[@lamemeshitface]

he's blind

[@cardbored_]

His Story about the coach giving him the scholarship was touching. You could tell how proud coach was. It's stories like that where you realize there is still some hope left for humanity.

[@MrZummo]

Shaq is so genuine and he has kinder spirit . This man is a gift to society

[@brownstownboy2]

Wow! Shaq... represents man! His grammar & intelligence is off the chain. Proud of you bro!

[@nalimlattarai2873]

Greg Stewart ? Stop projecting

[@brandonjoseph1489]

Champ Champ may I ask what grammatical words he used that’s impressive ?

[@rodneyaz1788]

"extremities" 😄

[@Junkman2008]

"Big ol' sumbitch" for those wondering what was being blanked out by the censors.

[@Ottocide]

I went straight to the comments to look for this, because I knew someone would have it here, thank ya!

[@a.koolange4506]

@@Ottocide same thing :) i knew it was something of that kinf but thanks for the precison Junkman ! :) Big up to big shaq daddy from France !

[@ST-kr7hz]

Shaq is a national treasure. Hell, he is a treasure to humanity. It's impossible not to live that man.

[@ronmandingo1566]

I respect this man so much. He is kindness is not for show off purpose but is genuine!!!

[@DCJL333]

I knew he was a great big man. After watching this entire speech I can also say he's simply a great man! Bless you, Shaq, for all the excitement, joviality and love you have brought to this world. I look forward to watching your kids progress and follow in your huge footsteps!

[@mansamusa1452]

Your probably a racist I've never met a white man who tryed to do me some harm or humiliate me. I'm 40 yrs old from the south to be exact. I wanna ask you a question have you Ever went to a urban area and help a black kid out who thinks there's no hope in life try it

[@Kev...]

i was disappointed, he never mentioned barbeque chicken

[@andrewdyke5561]

Racist much?

[@WestieAirsoft]

@@andrewdyke5561 you haven't played 2k19 have u?

[@Matt-zt2ck]

andrew dyke it’s not that what he always says

[@TheMusicman95382]

@@andrewdyke5561 are you kidding?? You must not know anything about shaq-- He refers to people as barbq chicken when they get schooled in basketball. Youre a tool!

[@Rafflewafflez]

andrew dyke lmao you’re the racist for associating bbq chicken and Shaq like it’s a stereotype hahaha

[@woroodalRose]

I am watching this Jan, 31 2020 and all i think of is Kobe Bryant that he's not going to have his Hall Of Fame's speech.. Heartbreaking..

[@Ilovewatchingsupernaturalparan]

🥺🥺🥺😥😥😥😭😭😭

[@clarkmonexant1442]

I love you Shaq and Forever love since I was 14 yrs old 1994 in Haiti u have always been my favorite player and still I'm 5'8 a short guy still my friends call me Shaquille and I'm honored

[@tukool9217]

He had humerus personality, he was approachable to anyone, a genuine humanitarian. O'Neil will always be my favorite top 5 players of all time.

[@shonjones4301]

Kirt Sessoms what you wrote was so true #ShaqForce

[@GerardoMurrayTenis4]

and yet u spell his last name wrong

[@JJ-ju6ky]

He had the personality of a bone in his arm?

[@deancooper9938]

By far, one of the best speeches I have heard from a sports personal, Shaw, you rocks.

[@deanazcoolzi4382]

Shaw 👍🏻😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣😂

[@jdnny7616]

Big guy with a big heart …

[@clydedsilva5563]

Coming in my recommended list a couple of days after Kobe has passed. Extremely heartbroken we won't be seeing him giving his HOF speech 💔😢 RIP Kobe and all the others in that crash ❤️

[@heybelsky]

Wow! One of the best speeches ever. Shaq has amazing stage presence

[@imserious2187]

Damn man, if Shaq and Kobe could've stayed together, I think they could've matched or passed mj in rings

[@TrevorHamberger]

the nba is rigged dumbass...shaq wouldnt sacrifice his dad like MJ

[@ghieanhernandez5876]

Fulcanelli right

[@Lootroq]

Fulcanelli, that was gambling related, wtf are you talking about? No connection to basketball

[@shak9558]

@@Lootroq point being mj is a donkey off the court has done nothing for basketball or other people off the court

[@jameswoodham7780]

Fulcanelli MJ sacrificed his dad by gambling not anything to do with basketball

[@silaloisio1179]

One of my favorite speeches. I have listened to this great man's speech more then ten times and he always makes me laugh 😃 😀! Thank you sir Shaq for the best memories at the Lakers.

[@Dapper_Dean]

One of the most entertaining HOF speeches I ever heard. Thanks for being on my favorite team Shaq, and helping win us 3 more rings. Btw, RIP Bill Russell!

[@daniels4227]

I was blessed to be able to watch Shaq's entire college and pro career. Although he is a hall of fame player, he may be an even better man. God bless you, Shaq, and thanks for all of the great memories.

[@howardkoor2796]

Daniel S 👍👍👍

[@VeleroMedia4952]

I like Shaq he's funnnyyy

[@davidmartin2442]

Man, I get all choked up when he recognized his mom, wife and kids. I just love that!

[@kevindupre4014]

I'm not a big basketball fan but I'm a huge Shaq fan. He's so modest and generous. His sense of humor is above all other athletes in my oponion. Definitely a true " What you see is what you get" person. There's nothing phony about him.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@yyoksetioxd]

best speech ever

[@warriorsoldier7888]

SHAQ, the greatest speech ever such class, humbleness, and gratitude. thanx SHAQ for all the great memories.

[@lizervations]

I love that he made sure to acknowledge and thank every single person who was there for him at the very beginning...such grace and gratefulness makes him even more awesome! The one and only Hall of fame speech I've fully watched lol. I respect and admire Shaq so much!

[@fuita227]

Shaquille O'Neil....a thunderous epitome of a man...God Bless you sir.

[@MrRapparicio]

Fenomenal showman. Congrats Shaq very articulated and a natural speaker. Hope one day to shake your hand.

[@tiburon601]

wow, to be able to confidently talk to a room of people like that and never ever lose their interest. what a talent.

[@nakisomadzivire6915]

The greatest gift anyone can give another person is believing in them.

[@henokhabtezgi4136]

The best speech I will never hear it again from any athlete. I love you as always big Shaqe

[@lilacrose7866]

Best speech ever along side with Jordan's and Kobe's they gave me such a motivation and inspiration to pursue my dreams!!

[@elmalloc]

did you

[@pray4us955]

Where did you find Kobes HOF speech? I would love to hear him accept the award.

[@PInk77W1]

I was never a big fan, but Dr Shaq has the best attitude ever

[@jacksonpalmer9114]

I've never seen an award show where the honoree spent so much time honoring others. Not only is Shaq one of the best big men to every play the game and to bring it to new heights, but he's also one of the kindest people. Gotta love Chocolate Chambernizzie!

[@arnelopalec4920]

What a speech!!! 3rd time watching it and still enjoying everytime he delivers those humors..he remains was one of my fav big man...

[@cadguy262]

What a great humble human package, Big, Talented and smart.

[@erikcebokli9585]

Eh guys Shaq is the best thing that happened to NBA. He is a joy to listen to. His comedy unmatched. LEGEND!

[@terrancematthews4416]

No one can do it on their own. Phenomenal speech… I love that he acknowledges his Father and the Men in his life that taught , instilled tough love with life lesson a d values that molded him into the Man we all love. So often we only hear the Mother’s or the Women. This is proof that Men are still needed.

[@MrBixsonic]

💯

[@cameliaturda6472]

... verry much needed 💜

[@kentmalone8539]

I can relate to eating bologna sandwiches and watching TV!!! He's a likable down to earth man. I loved every thing he said! Success has not gone to his head. Congratulations!!

[@BrantWeckstein]

Probably one of the guys speeches that I'll listen to for that long

[@MrUndertaker316]

He didn't thank JaVale McGee, I'm disappointed...

[@tiffanycardot4966]

Mr Undertaker stfu

[@MrUndertaker316]

John Whiting aw, I'm sorry you didn't get any Christmas presents, kiddo. But hey, it's not my fault!

[@tiffanycardot4966]

Mr Undertaker which shows the things that are important in your life. i dont celebrate saturnalia, or mithra the sun god's birthday...so had I recieved a gift Id respectfully decline..but most people know Christmas is against what I feel the will of the father... then again when you have a tragic bronson type life, christmas presents might be a little more important...hense finding your value in such things

[@MrUndertaker316]

John Whiting ok, cool story. Now off to bed, it's way past your bedtime.

[@oskardewolf9963]

i had hoped for a barkley joke

[@mepihcgnuw]

When he said, “give it up!” I started clapping so hard and even gave a standing ovation out of fear.

[@funnythings7276]

Could watch this 50 times . Shaq is so funny , what a nice big man . He recognizes family, friends and this’s who helped him through his journey 👍👍

[@roberttaylor4999]

Who does not love this guy. He is just a great guy and one heck of a basketball player. Well deserved Big Man!

[@tylermatsuo5936]

Should've been in the hall of fame in his rookie year

[@LongieR8er]

Should've been on the Dream Team instead of Laettner

[@LeonaConine]

I know right?

[@dccrazy527]

LongieR8er Couldn’t allow him to be on the Dream Team. The UN said that America would have to recognize them as a military force instead of a basketball team.

[@stephensandin451]

@@LongieR8er I prefer Rodman there

[@YourSweetPotato]

34:15 Shaq on Yao Ming: People like to say he's 7'7, but he is really like my favourite convenience store 7-11. LMAO!

[@hybridlearning7202]

😂😂😂😭😭😭🗿🗿🗿💀💀💀

[@mmadumanasseh3330]

One of the best HOF speeches of all time. Deserves another award just for the speech

[@notirvingcenter4358]

22:20 SHAQ ROASTS KOBE

[@davidpaez6132]

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[@marcusmaximus5011]

True legend. The most dominant center in his era. In top 5 centers of all time for sure. 1. Wilt 2. Russel 3. Kareem 4. Hakeem 5. Shaq

[@ziadeissa3_]

Greatest: 1. Kareem 2. Russell 3. Wilt 4. Shaq 5. Hakeem Best: 1. Hakeem 2. Kareem 3. Wilt 4. Shaq 5. Russell

[@anilkaraca1767]

Wilt is never above bill russel. Bill was destroying wilt his team

[@TONYLAZ1960]

@@anilkaraca1767 .....Wilt who payed only 14 seasons was way long better than Karem who played 24 season................Can you imagine if Wilt would had played those 10 season to match Karem..... He would have been the top score and rebounds

[@anilkaraca1767]

@@TONYLAZ1960 can u read bro? Bill was killing wilt

[@mmmmm_monke8828]

@@anilkaraca1767 not taking anything away from bill russell but he had a better team than wilt

[@amadornavarroza4871]

No dull moment for the audience. What a speech! What a speaker! What a hall of famer! What a legend! Shaq, you are the man! A ton of respect and admiration for the Big Diesel, probably the most dominant big man to ever play the game in NBA history.

[@tlchinyuku]

What a speech, so intelligent Big guy

[@navidnamini1169]

One of the greatest centers of all time

[@milevadi]

how can someone not like this guy! greets from croatia!

[@josephcaldwell859jc]

Rest in peace bill Russell

[@michaelconte2314]

Unbelievable speech deserves everything he gets this guy is awesome!!

[@jasonthompson3239]

Great speech,Shaq is a class act.

[@garyjohnson7626]

Using a bad word and crowd still laugh that's awesome

[@ADD112]

Such an awesome dude...so personable, chill and self-aware

[@Gitanarosa]

I remember when he was a rookie. I was a teen in the 90’s and yes, it was that magical.

[@nevilleanderson]

I met this amazing man while working on a intersection in Orlando FL. He stayed there for hrs signing autographs and talking to kids, people for hrs. I told him I loved him except when he played for LSU and they played my Kentucky Wildcats. Lol took a picture with him. Great Great guy. Ty Shaq. You may never know what all you've truly have done for us reg people. Be safe

[@jamesgross5954]

I do believe this is one of the best speeches ever! Shaq is a great human being an inspiration who lived above and beyond his expectation and still does to this day love you Shaq I appreciate your presence on this your planet you are a true gift from God a National Treasure

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@gravee.shindler8271]

Best Hall of Fame speech and rant. I love this guy, hes hilarious and smart. Surprisingly humble.

[@meowysam]

Humble?

[@TheDataMaestro]

The way Shaq has led his life and especially this speech catapults him into world-wide recognition as a leader for all man alongside the likes of Muhammad Ali.

[@ronchu4453]

Great Speech