Shaq’s Heartfelt Monthly Check-ins…
Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant may have clashed on the court like two T-Rexes fighting over the last drumstick, but they became great pals after retirement. Despite Kobe’s shocking passing, the Diesel is still all about keeping the Black Mamba’s legacy alive. This was shown recently when O’Neal shared that he calls Kobe’s mom every month, determined to keep her spirits high. O’Neal, miraculously using his phone for something other than browsing sneakers, continues this gesture to honor Kobe, who had reciprocated by checking on Shaq’s parents before his passing.
Living in Vegas, Shaq checks in on Kobe’s family like they’re the world’s most fabulous slot machine. He shares that Kobe’s mother, Pamela, has been through a significant amount over the years and sometimes you just need a friendly voice on the other end of the line—or some surprise flowers. If laughter could cure heartache, Shaq would have Pamela giggling like a schoolgirl! Even with rankings listing Kobe lower than O’Neal would like, this caring act shines brightly, proving the true size of Shaq’s heart—about as big as his 22-inch shoes.
