Shaq eviscerates ‘embarrassing’ Angel Reese, Lauren Betts trolls: ‘Wish I could punch some of these guys’
Shaquille O'Neal has expressed his frustration with online trolls targeting WNBA players Angel Reese and Lauren Betts. During an interview, he criticized the bullying behavior and emphasized the need to protect female athletes from such negativity. O'Neal, who has been a mentor to both players, reiterated his support for their careers in the league.
- ▪Shaquille O'Neal criticized online trolls targeting WNBA players Angel Reese and Lauren Betts.
- ▪He expressed a desire to confront those who bully female athletes for social media attention.
- ▪O'Neal has been a long-time supporter of Reese, referring to her as a 'father-figure' during her college days.
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WNBA Shaq eviscerates ‘embarrassing’ Angel Reese, Lauren Betts trolls: ‘Wish I could punch some of these guys’ By Christian Arnold Published June 2, 2026, 10:09 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Shaquille O’Neal has had just about enough of the trolls going after WNBA players, especially Angel Reese and Lauren Betts. During an appearance on the “Rich Eisen Show” last week, the NBA great told host Suzy Shuster that he wished he “could punch some of these guys in their face that just pick on my Angel and pick up on my Lauren.” “Because enough is enough,” he said. “The problem with [sports media] now is you’re letting amateurs come in, and the amateurs think they have the same rights as you guys have.
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