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[Saba Sports News] Shaquille O’Neal may have been caught in his Instagram controversy after denying involvement with a woman seen on his social media.
In response, Instagram model Maria Ozuna Teachey shared photos and videos proving their time together, including a gift from Shaq, a viral photo of him with his hands on her chest, and even footage of him sleeping on a hotel couch.
Maria, with over 200,000 followers, initially went viral due to their significant height difference. The evidence suggests a weekend together at a hotel and backstage at a concert, contradicting Shaq’s denial.
Days earlier, O’Neal claimed he wasn’t in a serious relationship and would announce it publicly if he was.
Despite his denial, the proof makes it hard for Shaq to maintain his stance. While O’Neal is single and divorced, his desire for privacy, particularly as a TNT analyst, likely influenced his response. Maria has faced backlash online for exposing their encounter, while Shaq’s media career remains strong, despite this hiccup.
As for his future, O’Neal’s legacy as a 4-time NBA champion and successful businessman remains intact, even as he navigates his post-basketball career on his own terms.