Shaq Admits: Ruben Patterson Was No Joke

Wild story from The Diesel himself! Shaq just gave major props to Ruben Patterson, saying the so-called "Kobe Stopper" once hit him so hard in Lakers practice that he actually asked Phil Jackson to switch his defensive assignment. For context, Shaq rarely admits anyone could move him in the paint, so this is big respect. Patterson may not have had the flashiest career, but his strength and grit clearly left a mark—even on legends like Shaq and Z-Bo. Anyone else remember those epic Blazers locker room stories? #Shaq #RubenPatterson #NBAStories #Sports #Basketball