Shaq's daughter stays in SEC: 5 things to know about Me'Arah O'Neal

Shaq's daughter stays in SEC: 5 things to know about Me'Arah O'Neal

Shaq's daughter stays in SEC: 5 things to know about Me'Arah O'Neal originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

Me'Arah O'Neal hit the transfer portal looking for a new opportunity. 

The youngest daughter of NBA great Shaquille O'Neal officially left Florida for Kentucky on Monday. 

At 6-foot-4, the former Gators guard averaged 13.6 points and 6.4 rebounds last season. 

Five things to know about Me'Arah O'Neal 

The former McDonald's All American was a top-50 player in 2024

O'Neal has made the most of her basketball journey by following in her father's footsteps.

A huge growing social media following is part of her story

There's more to O'Neal's story as she tries to make a name for herself in Lexington. A major reason why she didn't go to LSU. 

Me'Arah topped Shaq's record-high for points in SEC Tournament

Like father, like daughter in the game of basketball. 

Coming from a famous family hasn't bothered her

Being Shaq's daughter only goes so far. Future WNBA legend? That's the goal. 

O'Neal will be a perfect fit at Kentucky

Me'Arah has been called the "best baller" in the O'Neal family. She'll prove that next season under Coach of the Year Kenny Brooks, who's coming off a Sweet 16 run. 

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