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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shaquille O'Neal Names Four Current Players Who Deserve To Make The Hall Of Fame, Two Superstars Snubbed
Shaquille O'Neal Names Four Current Players Who Deserve To Make The Hall Of Fame, Two Superstars Snubbed originally appeared on Fadeaway World. Shaquille O'Neal, a first-ballot Hall of Fame inductee, shared a rather harsh criticism of players who were considered to be future Hall of Famers. With specific reference to Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum, O'Neal had this to say on "The Big Podcast". Advertisement "You ever see that movie Ocean's Thirteen? I'm going to just break in and take all my s**t out. M**********r's just throwing anybody in there now." O'Neal continued by referencing NBA legend Isiah Thomas, who had split the Hall of Fame by classifying it into two distinct sections, "There's a bad m**********r Hall of Fame," said the big man. "And there's the basketball Hall of Fame." At this point, O'Neal questioned the legitimacy of Tatum's position as a future Hall of Famer. Although he boasts the necessary credentials, with multiple All-Star selections, All-NBA Team selections, as well as an NBA title, the former NBA player wasn't in agreement with this. In response to this, O'Neal was asked to curate his own Hall of Fame based on the current batch of players, excluding LeBron James. To this, he responded, "I would have to Curry... Got how many rings? 3? 4 rings?" Advertisement He continued by naming Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic. However, when asked whether Chris Paul deserved a place in his list, O'Neal responded by saying, "I'm not a guard. I'm going to let you answer that." Apart from James, who is a shoo-in as a first-ballot Hall of Famer, O'Neal named Warriors star Stephen Curry along with Antetokounmpo and Jokic. Each of the players named has a legitimate case for being inducted, with Curry and Antetokounmpo even being named to the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team. However, apart from these players, O'Neal very evidently snubbed a couple of greats in the current era - Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard in particular. Advertisement While credentials can be ignored to some extent when defining the parameters of O'Neal's list, Durant and Leonard have presented a very strong case for being considered as Hall of Fame candidates. Durant has solidified his position as one of the greatest offensive players the game has ever seen. With four scoring titles and 15 All-Star appearances to go with his two NBA titles, the forward redefined offense by capturing the title of being unguardable. Meanwhile, Leonard has been one of the most lethal two-way players in recent history. His versatility on both ends of the floor, from scoring in clutch situations to defending out of position, makes him an incredibly rare breed of superstar. Although his injury-prone nature could see him snubbed to some extent, what he is capable of doing when he is on the floor is undeniable. And with two NBA titles, two Finals MVPs, and seven All-Defensive Team selections, he is a certified first-ballot Hall of Famer. Advertisement Apart from these two superstars, O'Neal also missed several other players who would undoubtedly find their place in the Hall of Fame as first-ballot inductees. Chris Paul is certainly a name that has to be considered. Paul has been one of the premier point guards in the NBA for a large part of his career. His sheer longevity, paired with his productivity and success as a floor general, guarantees him a spot among the greats. Other noteworthy players include the likes of Russell Westbrook and Anthony Davis. Westbrook was a force of nature during his time with the Thunder. Having averaged a triple-double for three consecutive seasons, Westbrook etched his name in the history books as one of the best to ever do it. Although Davis has been on the receiving end of much criticism in recent years, it is hard to overlook how dominant he was during his title charge with the Lakers. Looking like one of the best big men in the league coming out of college, Davis has been a truly special player. Advertisement Jayson Tatum's accomplishments don't necessarily pale in comparison. But at only 27 years old, they set a solid foundation for making a case in the future. In the process of recovering from his ACL injury, Tatum will have a long road to recovery. Whether this will see the Celtics star return to All-Star form will be a point of concern. However, should he manage to return to form, there is no room for doubting what he could be capable of accomplishing. Related: 25 Players Who Have A Chance To Make NBA 100th Anniversary Team: Luka Doncic Will Be A Legend, Klay Thompson Will Get Redemption This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jun 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NBA icon Shaquille O'Neal lashes out at the Boston Celtics' star Jayson Tatum's Hall Of Fame speculations
The debate around a worthy Hall of Famer in the world of the NBA is as old as the existence of the game. With the first game of the 2025 NBA Finals landing in the Indiana Pacers' court, NBA icon Shaquille O'Neal recently took a dig at the popular Boston Celtics' star Jayson Tatum during a recent episode of The Big Podcast. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now During the conversation, former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal simply lashed out on the possibility of the Celtics' star Jayson Tatum inching closer towards the NBA Hall of Fame. NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal gives a reality check to Jayson Tatum with respect to his Hall of Fame speculations During a recent episode of the widely watched show, The Big Podcast, Shaquille O' Neal lashed out at the Boston Celtics' famous star Jayson Tatum. As the buzz around the talented basketball athlete making it into the Hall of Fame is doing the rounds of the NBA world, Shaquille O'Neal did not think twice about blurting out facts and giving a reality check to his fans. The former basketball star did not mince his words before calling out the popular Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum. As Brandon Jennings pointed out on all the factors why Tatum should be in the Hall of Fame, he said- 'He is in an interesting position, because his resume is already a hall of fame. Shaq, look who we are putting in the Hall of Fame, brother. When you have a championship, when you have five All-Stars, when you have three All-NBA first teams, and when you have a gold medal, Shaq is already pretty much there.' Shaquille O'Neal mentioned 'Have you ever seen the movie Ocean's Thirteen? I'm going to break into the Hall of Fame and take all my shit out. Mother***ers are just throwing people in there now. Isiah Thomas said it best one day. He said there are two Hall of Fames. There's a bad mother**ker Hall of Fame, and there's a Basketball Hall of Fame. So, which Hall of Fame is he in?" Jennings further elaborated- 'I mean that could change. I would say he is in the basketball hall of fame, but right now he is 20-something years old. Okay, so who is the current NBA player who is not LeBron that you would already put in the Bad Mother**ker Hall of Fame?' Shaq instantly added- 'I would have to go to Curry. Yeah, Motherf***er got how many rings? 3 or 4 rings.' Shaquille O'Neal went on to compare Boston Celtics' Jayson Tatum with the NBA legend Isiah Thomas, which clearly speaks volumes about his athletic prowess and his understanding of basketball as a sport. Also Read:
Yahoo
22-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George Clooney Says New ‘Ocean's' Film Is About the Gang Being ‘Too Old to Do the Jobs'
Time may have passed, but George Clooney is still up to his old shenanigans. Or at least back to playing career criminal Danny Ocean again. Speaking in an interview with The New York Times, the Academy Award-winning actor teased the latest installment in the long-running franchise, which would serve as a follow-up to 'Ocean's Thirteen.' More from IndieWire 'The Monkey' Director Oz Perkins on His Unusual Relationship to Horror, the Genre He Was Born Into 'Timestamp' Review: A Tableau of Student Life in Ukraine Is an Ode to Those Who Fight for Normalcy in Times of Chaos 'It's like we're all too old to do the jobs we used to be able to do,' Clooney said. Clooney previously spoke of the project in an interview with Uproxx back in December 2023, where he compared the script to the 1979 comedy 'Going in Style,' starring George Burns, Art Carney, and Lee Strasberg. At the Los Angeles premiere of 'Wolfs' back in September 2024, he also told E! News that he'd gotten the rest of the old team on board to return. 'We have a really good script,' said Clooney. 'Everyone's read it and ready to do it.' The only missing piece is a director, as the franchise's original helmer, Steven Soderbergh, has stepped away, but in September 2024, Deadline reported that Warner Bros. and Clooney's production company, Smokehouse Pictures, were courting Edward Berger for the job. The 'Conclave' director has had a busy awards season run and Clooney himself has been preparing for his Broadway debut in a theatrical take on his own 2005 historical drama 'Good Night and Good Luck,' so it seems there's no rush to start production. Now a husband and a father of two, Clooney has slowed down his career output over the last decade, but still remains one of Hollywood's most in-demand stars despite being in his 60s. This is a new normal for many actors who grew up watching talent age out of the industry and Clooney is appreciative of the shift. 'It gave [Brad] Pitt, myself, and a few of us room to continue working,' he said to The New York Times. 'Some guys have hit recently, like Glen Powell and stuff, where I go, 'That guy's going to have a really good career.'' Though his on-screen presence continues to flourish, even a legend like Clooney has fallen victim to the entertainment industry's changing business habits. His crime comedy 'Wolfs,' co-starring Brad Pitt and directed by Jon Watts, unceremoniously had its theatrical release plan pulled at the last minute, with Apple TV+ instead choosing to give it a limited release before dropping the film on its streamer. This pivot ultimately led to Watts canceling a planned sequel, citing Apple's business practices as untrustworthy. One hopes Clooney will have better luck returning to Warner Bros. for 'Ocean's Fourteen,' but like Apple, it too has a streaming platform it must cater to. And with an 'Ocean's' prequel film starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling and directed by Jay Roach also in development there and Warner Bros. Discovery growing infamous for cutting its losses, who knows if either will even see the light of day? Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie The 55 Best LGBTQ Movies and TV Shows Streaming on Netflix Right Now
Express Tribune
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
George Clooney and Brad Pitt offer $20 million to Sandra Bullock for ‘Ocean's Fourteen'
Brad Pitt and George Clooney are reportedly working hard to persuade Sandra Bullock to return for the upcoming 'Ocean's Fourteen'. According to In Touch, the two A-list actors are hoping to convince their longtime friend to reprise her role as Debbie Ocean in the next installment of the hit heist movie franchise. In Touch sources reveal that Pitt and Clooney have been 'schmoozing' Sandra, offering her a tempting $20 million payday to secure her participation. Sandra, now 60, originally played Debbie Ocean, the sister of Danny Ocean (Clooney's character), in 'Ocean's Eight' (2018). Pitt and Clooney, both in their 60s, are well-established figures in the franchise, having appeared together in 'Ocean's Eleven' (2001), 'Ocean's Twelve' (2004), and 'Ocean's Thirteen' (2007). Now, they are eager to bring Sandra back for what insiders are describing as a new chapter in the series. This push for 'Ocean's Fourteen' marks a significant shift, as Pitt and Clooney were reportedly ready to step away from the franchise. Two years ago, the actors planned to pass the torch to a new generation of stars, including Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. However, the success of 'Barbie' and the increasing A-list commitments for Robbie and Gosling led Clooney to take the initiative, revitalizing the project with a fresh plot and an impressive new cast. As part of the new direction, the duo is focusing on honoring the legacy of series veterans Bernie Mac and Carl Reiner, while also accounting for the retirement of guest star Bruce Willis. Pitt and Clooney are reportedly aiming to reunite other original 'Ocean's' cast members, including Julia Roberts, Don Cheadle, and Casey Affleck. Sources close to the project emphasize that Sandra's involvement is key to its success. Despite announcing a break from acting in 2022, Sandra has continued to maintain strong relationships with Pitt, having previously worked with him on 'The Lost City' and 'Bullet Train'. Insiders suggest that Sandra is eager to return to studio films but is balancing multiple offers, including a role in the upcoming 'Practical Magic' sequel. Reports suggest Pitt and Clooney are determined to make 'Ocean's Fourteen' happen, aiming for a Christmas 2025 release.
