Shaquille O'Neal's journey to success in the NBA was not an easy one. Despite being part of some great teams, he had to wait for his chance to become a champion. However, he had the support of his mother Lucille, who motivated him to stay focused and positive. In 1995, after losing in the NBA Finals with the Orlando Magic, Lucille reminded Shaq that Michael Jordan didn't win right away and to stay on mission. In 2000, she encouraged him to ignore the naysayers and focus on his game, leading to his first championship. Shaq won three more championships, including one with the Miami Heat in 2006. Lucille played a vital role in Shaq's success, along with Michael Jordan's example.
