Shaquille O’Neal Phoenix Suns 2008-2009 Game Worn Sneakers

These sneakers were worn by Shaquille O’Neal on April 10th, 2009 when the Phoenix Suns lost to the Grizzlies, 89-106. O’Neal recorded 9 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, and 1 block.

The sneakers have been photomatched by MeiGray. 

At 7'1", Shaquille O'Neal is considered one of the most dominant players in NBA history. A 15-time NBA all-star, Shaq is also a four-time NBA champion. Between 2000 - 2002, Shaq led the Lakers, alongside Kobe Bryant to three consecutive NBA Championships. Shaq was named Finals MVP, all three years. In 2006, Shaq won his fourth championship with Dwayne Wade and the Miami Heat. 

Aside from the championships, Shaq’s impact on the game is further exemplified by the three NBA All-Defensive Team selections and the league MVP honor in the 1999-2000 season. He also won an Olympic Gold medal at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia. 

In 2011 O’Neal retired from the NBA, with regular-season career averages of 23.7 points, 10.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 2.3 blocks per game. He was enshrined into the Hall of Fame in 2016.