Obviously, Shaq’s sprint to the bathroom completely derailed the postgame segment on Monday night. (Andrew Burke-Stevenson/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
(Boston Globe via Getty Images)
When nature calls, even NBA legends like Shaquille O’Neal have to answer.
Shaquille O’Neal shocked viewers when he abruptly left the set of “Inside the NBA” on Monday night, citing a bathroom emergency. The unexpected exit added another memorable moment to the long-running TNT show.
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The incident caused chaos on set, disrupting the flow of the program. Shaq’s departure was met with confusion and humor from his co-hosts, as captured in the video:
“Go ahead, keep talking, gents,” O’Neal calmly remarked as he made his exit, leaving Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith bewildered.
The crew couldn’t help but laugh as Shaq hurried off, with Barkley jokingly advising him to take some matches with him. The unexpected interlude left Ernie Johnson in disbelief while the studio erupted in laughter.
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After a brief absence, Shaq returned in good spirits, apologizing for the interruption. However, the conversation had veered far from the original topic of the Clippers vs. Nuggets game. TNT even replayed Shaq’s speedy exit in slow motion.
“Sorry about that, America,” Shaq chuckled, playfully blaming Barkley for the prolonged discussion that led to the unplanned break.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, the camaraderie and humor among the hosts remained intact, showcasing the unique dynamic of the show.