Shaquille O’Neal jokes about Larry David tripping him on NBA Finals broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:40 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
During Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, Shaquille O’Neal referenced a classic moment from 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' when he saw Larry David on screen. O'Neal humorously stated, "I don’t like him, he tripped me," recalling an incident from a scripted episode where David's character accidentally tripped him. This light-hearted banter highlighted the ongoing cultural crossover between basketball and television. As the Knicks and Spurs compete in a tight series, O’Neal’s quip added a moment of levity to the broadcast and underscored his knack for mixing sports commentary with humor.
- •O’Neal made the joke during a broadcast at Madison Square Garden.
- •He referenced a fictional incident from a 2001 episode of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'.
- •David is a known Knicks fan, adding context to the moment.
- •Game 4 of the NBA Finals is currently ongoing.
- 1:40 AMYahoo Sports — Shaquille O’Neal reveals why he doesn’t ‘like’ Larry David during Knicks vs. Spurs Game 4
"Shaquille O’Neal had a quick reason ready when Larry David appeared on screen during New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs Game 4.
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