Shaq On Playing With Lebron Was The First Time I Didn T Have To Do Anything

“I was very impressed that he led so well at a young age,” O’Neal told Bleacher Report Radio. “It was the first time I didn’t have to do anything.”

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During Shaq’s year with the Cavaliers, the team lost to the Celtics in the second round of the playoffs. O’Neal was only able to suit up for 53 games due to injuries, but he didn’t have to worry about Cleveland while he was sidelined. According to the former center, James is as natural of a leader as they come.

“He’s one of those leaders who leads by example,” O’Neal said. “He is a cool, calm collected kid.”