Is Angel Reese Related To Shaq? The Truth Behind Her Viral Tweet

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The short answer is no. Angel Reese and Shaquille O'Neal are not related by blood or marriage, but they share a bond as former and current LSU basketball players. Reese called O'Neal her uncle as a term of endearment, after he defended her from online critics who slammed her for taunting Iowa's Caitlin Clark in the NCAA championship game. O'Neal, who is an LSU legend and a Hall of Famer, praised Reese for leading the Tigers to their first women's basketball title and signed her as his first Reebok athlete.

Angel Reese isn't related to Shaquille O'Neal, despite affectionately calling him her uncle; their bond stems from basketball and mentorship.
Shaq, an NBA legend and LSU alum, mentored Reese, supporting her career and defending her against critics.
Reese, NCAA champion and LSU standout, embodies versatility and athleticism, projected as the top pick in the 2024 WNBA draft.