Shaquille O’Neal has returned to the broadcasting booth for NBA 2K23, which is now available for download worldwide.
O’Neal once again appears in the video game alongside fellow Inside The NBA hosts Ernie Johnson and Kenny Smith for a simulated version of the halftime show. He appears on several all-time and classic rosters that are available for play as well.
To promote the game, the four-time NBA champion partnered with Papa John’s and Mountain Dew for the MTN DEW NBA ® 2K23 Player’s Pack Bundle. This promotion gives fans an opportunity to unlock up to a million dollars worth of in-game swag.
The fifteen-time All-Star caught up with For The Win to discuss the promo. He also reflected on his experience as a producer on the Oscar-winning short documentary The Queen of Basketball, what it was like to watch his son play for the Lakers in summer league, and more.
This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity.