Sun Oct 27 03:43:02 UTC 2024: ## Shareef O’Neal Joins Sacramento Kings, Following in Father’s Footsteps
Shareef O’Neal, son of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, has officially signed with the Sacramento Kings. The news broke over the weekend, marking a significant step in the young player’s career.
O’Neal spent the 2022-23 season with the NBA G League Ignite, honing his skills before making the leap to the NBA. While signing with the Kings, O’Neal was also waived, indicating he will initially join their G League affiliate team, the Stockton Kings. Reports suggest O’Neal could potentially secure a two-way contract with the Kings, allowing him to split time between both teams.
O’Neal’s mother, reality star Shaunie Henderson, expressed immense pride on social media, acknowledging the challenges her son overcame to reach this milestone. “I’m so proud of you @shareefoneal I can’t even talk about this without crying,” she wrote on Instagram. “I know this was always your goal and the odds you beat to finally see it happen is beyond amazing.”
Henderson emphasized the significance of O’Neal’s achievement beyond basketball. “This is so much bigger than basketball,” she stated.
Shareef O’Neal’s signing with the Kings adds another chapter to his family’s legacy in the NBA. With the support of his family and the opportunity to develop within the Sacramento organization, O’Neal is poised for a promising future in the league.