HAPPY BIRTHDAY Shaquille Rashaun O’Neal, also known as Shaq, was born on March 6, 1972, and turns 47. He was born in Newark, New Jersey. The retired NBA player is considered one of the greatest players in the league. He was the first overall pick br by the Orlando Magic in the br 1992 NBA Draft. O’Neal went on to win Rookie of the Year. O’Neal also played for the Lakers, Miami Heat, the Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers and br Boston Celtics. He has won four championships. He won NBA MVP, All-Star br game MVP and Finals MVP br awards in 2000. He has also found success in acting and music, with his debut rap album, 'Shaq Diesel,' br going platinum. O’Neil took his talents to the desk and is now a sports analyst on Inside the NBA.