World’s Best Player According To Shaquille O'Neal

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Shaquille O'Neal is prepared to give the NBA's crown to Stephen Curry.

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The former Los Angeles Lakers star declared Curry the "best player in the world."

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His Inside The NBA co-host Kenny Smith agreed that Curry was the best player last season.

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Curry led the Golden State Warriors to his fourth championship by averaging 27.4 points, 5.9 assists, and 5.2 rebounds per game during the postseason.

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He got Finals MVP honors for the first time.

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Some NBA fans agree with this and others disagree with simply declaring a new best player every time a different superstar earns a ring.

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“Undoubtedly, Steph Curry is the best player in the world!” one fan wrote

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“Why is this even a question right now” another fan wrote.

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“The best player in the world always changes when the NBA Finals are over.” another fan wrote

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