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NBA Legend's Son Transfers To Sacramento State
Nov 19, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida A&M Rattlers forward Shaqir O'Neal (8) against the Florida Gators during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

NBA Legend's Son Transfers To Sacramento State

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI  |  By Ben Stinar  |  Last updated Apr 3, 2025 11:47 PM ET

Shaqir O'Neal is coming off a season where he appeared in 29 games (17 starts) for Florida A&M.

He averaged 6.7 points and 3.4 rebounds per contest while shooting 50.3% from the field and 37.5% from the three-point range.

On Thursday, the 21-year-old announced that he had transferred to Sacramento State.

ESPN's Shams Charania recently reported that former NBA star Mike Bibby would be the new head coach of Sacramento State Hornets.

Via Charania (on March 24): "Mike Bibby, a 14-year NBA veteran and former Sacramento Kings star, has agreed on a deal to become the next men’s basketball head coach of Sacramento State, sources tell ESPN."

Many people reacted to O'Neal's Instagram post (following the announcement).

Milo Magnani: ""

Kenneth B Hunter: "Congrats bro welcome back!!!"

@coach__treal: "Finna go crazy with coach Bibby"

@jujuu4l: "Welcome to my city g do your thang out here "

Shaqir's father (Shaquille) is arguably the best center of all time.

The Hall of Famer spent 19 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, Orlando Magic, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics.

He won four NBA Championships.


This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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