In a controversial statement, Shaquille O'Neal argued that Brooklyn Nets player Ben Simmons should face legal consequences for his lack of availability given his lucrative contract. This comment was made amidst O'Neal's broader criticism of the NBA and its declining ratings, for which he has faced backlash. On his podcast, O'Neal expressed frustration with the quality of play in the league, specifically targeting Simmons, who has struggled with injuries. His remarks sparked lively discussion among fans and commentators about accountability in professional sports.
A lot of these motherfuckers can't play and they know it. In any fucking era, they can't fucking play. I'm just saying. Pick and roll, one on one can't play, dog.
Ben fucking Simmons, that motherfucker needs to be arrested. [Two-hundred fifty million dollars] for that shit? Get the fuck out my face. Robbing people, man. Can't do that.
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