“Not the worst Hebrew I’ve heard,” Political commentator Ben Shapiro reacts to Shaquille O’Neal hiring ‘small little Jewish man’ as financial advisor

Shaq's varied venture highlights his diverse skills and post-basketball success.

“Not the worst Hebrew I’ve heard,” Political commentator Ben Shapiro reacts to Shaquille O’Neal hiring ‘small little Jewish man’ as financial advisor

Shaquille O'Neal and Ben Shapiro. (Image via the Daily Wire)

Shaquille O’Neal an NBA player who turned into an investor recently discussed his financial life and how he made smart investments. When he talked about his first career years and how young athletes get huge deals, he spoke about being financially wise, which made Shaq’s sense of sagginess.

His first encounter with a Jewish man who enlightened him on savings bonds and strategic financial management marked a watershed in his financial life. This was one person who proposed that he begin afresh with his finances. This was the first step in Shaq’s way toward prudent investment styles and financial consciousness.

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During a conversation with Ben Shapiro, who himself is Jewish, Shaq stated:

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A lot of guys were coming in, and I can remember old-timers saying, 'If it's too good to be true, don't do it, promises like turning a $40 million contract into $200 million by 23, and then I met one little small beautiful Jewish man who says I am in the savings bonds you know we are gonna put your money and you know we are going to start a subchapter 'S' corporation.

With a hint of humor, Shaq replied: 

Shalom, I am going with you, sir.

After listening to his pronunciation of the Hebrew word, Shapiro remarked that it is not the worst pronunciation of the word he has listened to.

Shaq’s story highlights the need to acquire financial information especially when most athletes usually face large financial risks at the peak of their career.

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Shaq ventured into investing his money, taking advisors, and ensuring that he made sound decisions in order to secure his future financially. Recently, he also talked about his special interest in investing in Krispy Kreme.

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Shaquille O’Neal on financial advising. (Via CNBC)

Big Shaq has gone on to become a multifaceted entrepreneur who owns part of many sports-related businesses among other ventures. Shaq shows how a sports hero can be smart and flexible enough to find his way into finance, commerce, or wherever else. The story emphasizes the need for young sportspersons to prioritize financial literacy, avoiding making dangerous options while still pursuing success.

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