Former NBA star reveals how Shaquille O’Neal’s late surgery led to one of the worst seasons for Los Angeles Lakers

Brian Shaw revealed Shaquille O’Neal’s delayed toe surgery significantly impacted the Lakers’ chances of securing a fourth consecutive NBA championship. O’Neal’s reluctance to undergo surgery promptly led to him missing a substantial portion of the season. This absence weakened the team and ultimately contributed to their failure to win against the San Antonio Spurs.