Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (Chris Nicoll-USA TODAY Sports)
When Shaquille O’Neal speaks, people have a tendency to listen. Maybe it’s the excess of bass in his voice, or maybe it’s the first-ballot, no question Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame resume. Last season, the Big Aristotle made some remarks in a post-game interview with Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell that many felt were less than philosophical.
“You don’t have what it takes to get to the next level. I said it on purpose, and I wanted you to hear it”, O’Neal told the young guard after a 36-point performance on January 21st.