NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal humorously admits a preference for Ice Spice over Taylor Swift during a Super Bowl encounter, sparking laughter with Travis Kelce on the 'New Heights' podcast.
Shaquille O'Neal Playfully Shades Taylor Swift in Front of Travis Kelce on 'New Heights' Podcast
In a recent episode of the 'New Heights' podcast, hosted by NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal made headlines with his candid and humorous remarks about pop superstar Taylor Swift. The conversation took an unexpected turn when Shaq recounted his Super Bowl encounter with Swift and rapper Ice Spice, leading to a playful jab that left the Kelce brothers in stitches.
A Super Bowl Encounter to Remember
During the podcast, Shaq reminisced about meeting Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl, where she was accompanied by Ice Spice. He humorously admitted that, despite the excitement of meeting Swift, his attention was more drawn to Ice Spice. "I got to shake her hand… I was more on Ice Spice than I was on your woman," Shaq told Travis Kelce, eliciting laughter from both brothers. He added, "I was like, 'Hey Taylor — oh my God, Ice Spice, how you doing?'"
A Swiftie at Heart
Despite his jesting, Shaq demonstrated his admiration for Taylor Swift by declaring himself a Swiftie. He showcased his fandom by playing and dancing to Swift's hit song "I Knew You Were Trouble" during the podcast, a moment that delighted both Travis and Jason Kelce. Travis acknowledged the gesture, noting that Swift had recently regained ownership of her music catalog, including the song Shaq played. "Just got that song back, too. Just bought all her music back so it’s finally hers too, man. I appreciate that, dog," Kelce remarked.
Encouraging Words for Kelce
Beyond the lighthearted banter, Shaq offered Travis Kelce some encouraging words regarding his potential as an entertainer. Referring to Kelce's appearance during Swift's 'Eras Tour,' Shaq suggested that Kelce could thrive as a performer. "You opening up for your girlfriend? Bro, you'd be a f**king star. Twenty minutes. Ten minutes. Hyping up the crowd? Oh my God," Shaq enthused.
A Lighthearted Moment Amidst NFL Preparations
This entertaining exchange provided a moment of levity as Travis Kelce prepares for the upcoming NFL season. Following a challenging Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Kelce has been training intensively, aiming to rebound and lead the Kansas City Chiefs to another championship. His relationship with Taylor Swift continues to capture public interest, adding another layer to his high-profile career.
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