Shaquille O’Neal impresses at Dunkman competition in Atlanta
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:44 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Shaquille O’Neal showcased his dunking ability at the Dunkman event held at the Overtime Elite Arena in Atlanta. The former NBA star, now 54, participated in the competition designed for professional dunking, demonstrating that he can still perform impressive slams. Video footage of O’Neal dunking and hanging on the rim was shared on social media, receiving positive reactions from fans. Although comments noted he is not the same athlete as during his NBA career, many expressed admiration for his enduring skills and fitness at this age.
- •O’Neal dunked at the Dunkman event on August 5, 2026.
- •The event is held at the Overtime Elite Arena in Atlanta.
- •Dunkman is a league for competitive dunking founded by O’Neal.
- •Video of his dunk has gone viral on social media.
- •Fans expressed excitement over O’Neal’s condition and skills at 54.
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Watch Shaquille O’Neal prove he ‘still has it’ in Dunkman competition
"Basketball fans were impressed by NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal’s slam dunk in a video posted on social media. The 7-foot-1, 325-pound center was the most dominant player throughout his 19-year NBA career.
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