“If he’s got your brain, he got no chance” – Charles Barkley once savagely trolled $400 million worth Shaquille O’Neal and son for expensive Lamborghini gift

Shaq and Barkley once shared a lighthearted banter during an "Inside the NBA," episode. Their on-screen chemistry proves to be a driving force.

“If he’s got your brain, he got no chance” – Charles Barkley once savagely trolled $400 million worth Shaquille O’Neal and son for expensive Lamborghini gift

Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal (Credits: ABC News)

NBA player turned NBA analyst, Charles Barkley has been popular for his humorous banter with fellow NBA analysts on the TNT show “Inside the NBA.” During a lighthearted conversation, Barkley took a dig at Shaquille O’Neal’s personal life, highlighting his impressive track record of fatherhood. Barkley seized the opportunity to throw some witty jabs and playful criticism by challenging Shaq to name all of his seven children within the 15-second time limit. 

As Shaq Daddy struggled to recall their names in the allotted time, Barkley roasted him by saying he could only say ‘hello’ to a different child every day. Additionally, Barkley commented on his son Shareef O’Neal‘s performance in a somewhat average manner, to which Shaq responded in a gracious and sportsmanlike manner, emphasizing that his son is still young and has ample room for improvement

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Kenny Smith, another notable NBA figure, playfully joined in on the teasing by suggesting that Shaq’s children might all become successful accountants. In response, Shaq, with a good-natured tone, quipped that his kids would be financially prosperous regardless of their career choices. 

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The host, Ernie Johnson, attempted to steer the conversation in a different direction, but Barkley and Shaq continued their lighthearted jokes about Shaq’s son Shareef who received a brand-new car. While trolling Shaq, Barkley said, “If he’s got your brain, he got no chance.” Their constant entertaining banter is a long-standing and beloved feature of “Inside the NBA,” showcasing the strong chemistry between Barkley and Shaq.

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Shaquille O’Neal gifted his son Shareef O’Neal a Lamborgini on his 16th Birthday

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Shaquille O’Neal and Shareef O’Neal (Credits: Fox Sports)

On his 16th birthday in 2016, Shareef O’Neal was gifted a Blue Lamborghini Huracan, a renowned high-performance vehicle known for its ability to reach speeds exceeding 200 miles per hour. Filled with excitement about his new car, Shareef enthusiastically unveiled his gift by posting pictures on his various social media platforms.

Shareef O’Neal a power forward plays in the NBA G League, he was ranked amongst the top high school players; however, he went undrafted in the 2022 NBA draft. In September 2022 he signed with NBA G League Ignite as a senior player. In the last season, Shareef averaged 12.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game. O’Neal is a skilled scorer and rebounder with a good mid-range game. He is also a good passer and has the potential to be a good defender. 

In December 2018, Shareef underwent open-heart surgery to treat a right anomalous coronary artery, a congenital heart defect that caused an artery to grow in the wrong place. Following a successful surgery, O’Neal made a complete recovery and rejoined the basketball court in January 2019. He chose to redshirt his freshman season at UCLA, subsequently serving as a reserve for the Bruins during the 2019–20 season before making a midseason transfer to the LSU Tigers.

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