Shaquille O’Neal ‘Christmas Day’ Miami Heat 2007-2008 Game Worn Hardwood Classics Edition Jersey | Matched to 7 Games | 2 Double-Doubles

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This ‘Hardwood Classics’ edition jersey was worn by Shaquille O’Neal on Christmas Day, December 25, 2007 when the Miami Heat played the Cleveland Cavaliers. 

Shaq finished with 13 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, and 2 blocks. The Heat lost to the Cavaliers 100-94. 

The jersey was also worn by O'Neal in the following games.

On December 13, 2007, when the Miami Heat played the Washington Wizards. Shaq finished with 7 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 block. The Heat lost to the Wizards, 104-91.

On December 15, 2007, when the Miami Heat played the Indiana Pacers. Shaq finished with 12 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 3 steals, and 1 block. The Heat lost to the Pacers, 106-103.

On December 22, 2007, when the Miami Heat played the Utah Jazz. Shaq recorded a double-double, finishing with 17 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 3 blocks. The Heat beat the Jazz, 104-102.

On Janury 18, 2008, when the Miami Heat played the Portland Trail Blazers. Shaq recorded a double-double, finishing with 20 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 blocks. The Heat lost to the Trail Blazers, 98-91.

On January 19, 2008, when the Miami Heat played the New York Knicks. Shaq finished with 10 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 blocks. The Heat lost to the Knicks, 88-84.

On January 21, 2008, when the Miami Heat played the Cleveland Cavaliers. Shaq finished with 10 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 blocks. The Heat lost to the Cavaliers, 97-90.

The ‘Hardwood Classics’ edition jersey replicates the style worn by the Miami Heat in their first season as a franchise in 1988-1989. Worn during Shaquille O’Neal’s final season with the Miami Heat, and on Christmas Day this jersey is a rare artifact from Shaq’s legendary career.

Going Deeper - Shaquille O’Neal 

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.

This jersey has been photo matched by MeiGray, SIA and PSA.