Rudy Gobert responds to Shaq calling him worst NBA participant of all-time
Rudy Gobert has responded to Shaquille O’Neal after the NBA legend known as him the worst NBA participant of all time.
In a tweet addressing O’Neal straight, Gobert expressed disappointment with Shaq’s feedback, emphasizing his personal accomplishments within the league.
“It’s unhappy to see somebody that has achieved as a lot as you probably did @SHAQ each in sport and enterprise nonetheless be triggered by one other man’s funds and accomplishments,” Gobert tweeted. This marked his first public response to Shaq’s criticism.
Shaq just lately made headlines by naming Gobert because the WOAT (worst of all-time) throughout an interview. When requested for his opinion, Shaq merely replied, “Rudy Gobert.”
O’Neal, recognized for his outspoken nature, additionally took intention at Ben Simmons in the identical dialogue, calling Simmons “one other bum” resulting from his perceived underperformance relative to his wage.
Shaq’s criticism stems from a broader frustration with gamers who he believes earn large contracts however don’t meet expectations on the court docket.
“If you happen to signal a contract for $250 million, give me $250,” O’Neal mentioned, referencing high-paid gamers like Simmons and Gobert. Shaq added that his personal bodily illnesses resulted from enjoying exhausting for his $120 million contract, contrasting it with gamers right now whom he feels haven’t earned their paychecks.
Gobert, who’s presently underneath a five-year, $205 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves, is a four-time NBA Defensive Participant of the 12 months. Regardless of these accolades, Shaq’s feedback spotlight ongoing debates over Gobert’s worth to his staff, particularly given his giant wage.
In his tweet, Gobert acknowledged the leisure facet of Shaq’s persona however recommended that O’Neal doesn’t must assault different gamers to stay related. “I get the leisure half however not like people, you don’t want that stuff to remain related,” Gobert wrote.
O’Neal’s criticism additionally prolonged to Simmons, who’s presently on a five-year, $177 million contract with the Brooklyn Nets. Simmons has confronted widespread scrutiny for his efficiency in latest seasons, together with his stats declining considerably. Final season, Simmons averaged career-low simply 6.1 factors, 7.9 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per recreation whereas enjoying solely 115 video games in 4 years.
Shaq’s frustration with each Gobert and Simmons seems to be rooted in his perception that right now’s gamers don’t put in the identical degree of effort as previous generations, regardless of incomes bigger contracts. He famous that whereas many individuals view his feedback as “hating,” he insists that he’s merely stating info.
