During a recent episode of “The Big Podcast with Shaq” from Playmaker HQ, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal reminisced about how Dikembe Mutombo’s trash talk fueled his determination to win Game 1 in the 2001 NBA Finals.
O’Neal recounted how Mutombo’s bold statements in the press, boasting about his defensive prowess, served as motivation for him to dominate on the court.
Recalling the moment, Shaq revealed how he was incensed by Mutombo’s claims and used that anger to fuel his performance in the game.
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