Abiodun Adegoke: 7'11 Nigerian dunks on Shaquille O'Neal with minimal jump / News - Basketnews.com

Shaquille O'Neal dunked on by 7'11" Abiodun Adegoke in Instagram video. 'Big Naija' is the Nigerian giant, gaining popularity on social media and potentially turning into the tallest professional basketball player ever.

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The 7-foot-11 (2.41-meter) Nigerian basketball sensation Abiodun Adegoke continues to fascinate the internet. Recently, NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal shared an Instagram video featuring Adegoke, also known as Big Naija, effortlessly dunking over him while barely jumping off the ground.

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Adegoke's unique stature first gained attention in March 2021 when Shaq showcased footage of him dunking while keeping both feet planted on the ground. Despite Shaq's influence, Adegoke still didn't make it into the NBA. Could he play in the NBA in the future?

His towering presence has made him a viral phenomenon, with his Instagram following now reaching 127k.

Speculation about Adegoke's age persists, with conflicting reports suggesting he could be anywhere between 18 and 23 years old. In 2021, Adegoke himself claimed to be a teenager still.

However, as far back as 2016, reports from Nigeria indicated that Adegoke was already 17 years old and stood at a height of 2.18 meters.

Adegoke honed his skills at the Segun Odegbami International College and Sports Academy in Wasinmi, Nigeria, and later played in the MPAC Elite Youth League in Dubai.

Should he pursue a professional basketball career, Adegoke would hold the record for the tallest player ever.

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