Shaquille O'Neal and Jon Jones Share Humorous Super Bowl Encounter

Riley Sundew

Updated Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Shaquille O'Neal, the legendary basketball player, recently shared a rib-tickling story involving UFC superstar Jon Jones. The anecdote, recounted during a casual chat, takes place at the Super Bowl—a setting already charged with excitement and high energy.

According to Shaq, he was walking through the bustling crowd of the Super Bowl when he felt a hard hit on his back. The force was so strong that it momentarily stunned him. As he turned around, ready to confront the unexpected assailant, he was met with the familiar face of Jon Jones. "Oh, what's up, Jon? How you doing, my boy?" Shaq exclaimed, his initial surprise giving way to camaraderie.

But Jon Jones isn't the only celebrity who has playfully startled Shaq. The basketball icon also shared a similar encounter with the legendary boxer Mike Tyson. In a club setting, Tyson playfully hit Shaq right at the top of his neck. Once again, Shaq's initial reaction of surprise quickly turned into a friendly greeting: "Oh, what up, Mike? How you doing?"

These light-hearted interactions underscore the playful nature of these sports legends and offer a glimpse into their larger-than-life personalities. Shaq's recounting of these moments adds a humorous and relatable touch to the often-intense world of professional sports.

Curious to see Shaq's animated storytelling and the full context of these amusing encounters? Watch the video for a good laugh and more behind-the-scenes stories from these sports icons.

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