Football star worth $20M pays tribute to Michael Jordan with special gift for Shaquille O’Neal and family

A rising star in the football world, Vinicius Junior is an NBA super fan that we can’t compare to. From playing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to making sure he’s always surrounded by NBA greats, he’s winning in the NBA. Vinnie has a new member in his NBA circle. It’s not just Shaquille O’Neal himself, but his family as well.

Shaq’s son Sharif O’Neal shares gift he received from Real Madrid star – his signed No. 7 jersey with the words “For the O’Neal family. “all the best.” His gratitude for the gesture did not go unnoticed by Sharif,”my brother! Thanks. @vinijr so hot“.

It’s another step up in Vinicius’ closeness with NBA stars. His murals have impressed fans including some of the greatest sports stars including Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Muhammad Ali and Pele. There are also more legends such as MJ and Kobe Bryant tattooed on his back.

It is unclear when and where Sharif and Vinnie met. Considering the Brazilian is now a regular on the sidelines, it’s not far-fetched to believe they could meet.

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Vinnie’s love for basketball and NBA stars became apparent when he displayed this professionally painted mural in his home gym. The ever-expanding mural depicts all the athletes who inspired him. After Cristiano Ronaldo shamelessly requested a spot on his mural, his die-hard fans eagerly asked artist Rene Makayla to include him and LeBron James in the mix.

Shortly after revealing the new addition to his “idol wall”, Pooh met king james in the flesh. It made his Christmas ten times cooler. During the same season break, Vinnie met with Antetokounmpo, SGA, Jaylen Brown and others in more NBA games. Many celebrities came forward when Vinicius was discriminated against, and some NBA stars were among them.

Similar to the gift given to Shaq’s son, Vinny also gave James his Brazil jersey. He wrote, “Dedicated to my idol King James.the best“.

Days after meeting his favorite NBA idol, Vinicius showed off a full view of his back tattoo. Kobe Bryant is the main character. Michael Jordan’s depiction as left-handed became an internet meme.

Fans like to joke that Vinicius Jr. is picking up NBA stars like the Infinity Stones. Now he also has one or two O’Neill pieces in his collection.

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