Why Shaquille O'Neal Stands Tall as One of Basketball's Biggest Brand Ambassadors

The NBA superstar has enjoyed a long, authentic career of partnerships

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At the Consumer Electronics Show earlier this month in Las Vegas, one man towered above the crowd. At 7’1” and over 300 pounds, Shaquille O’Neal—better known as just Shaq—dominated the NBA for nearly two decades. Since retiring in 2011, the Diesel has only grown his presence in households across the world.

He’s a commentator on TNT’s halftime show Inside the NBA, but when the show moves to a commercial break Shaq often doesn’t leave the screen.

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