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Shaquille O'Neal Calls 2006 Miami Heat Title His Favorite
Team celebrates 20th anniversary of championship win
Feb. 3, 2026 at 9:39pm
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Shaquille O'Neal, who won four NBA championships over his career, has named the 2006 title he won with the Miami Heat as his favorite. The Heat are celebrating the 20th anniversary of that championship victory this year.
Why it matters
Shaquille O'Neal is considered one of the greatest players in NBA history, so his personal preference for the 2006 Miami Heat title over his other championship wins is noteworthy. The Heat's 20th anniversary celebration of that victory also highlights the team's enduring legacy and importance to the city of Miami.
The details
O'Neal, who played for the Heat from 2004 to 2008, helped lead the team to the NBA championship in 2006 alongside Dwyane Wade. That title was one of four championships O'Neal won over his illustrious 19-year NBA career, but he has now singled it out as his personal favorite.
- The Miami Heat won the NBA championship in 2006.
- The team is celebrating the 20th anniversary of that title win in 2026.
The players
Shaquille O'Neal
A Hall of Fame NBA player who won four championships over his 19-year career, including with the Miami Heat in 2006.
Dwyane Wade
A Hall of Fame NBA player who teamed up with Shaquille O'Neal to lead the Miami Heat to the 2006 NBA championship.
Miami Heat
An NBA franchise based in Miami, Florida that won the NBA championship in 2006.
What they’re saying
“Shaquille O'Neal played for four NBA championship teams. And now, 20 years after his last title, he has one that he can call his favorite.”
— TIM REYNOLDS, Author
The takeaway
Shaquille O'Neal's personal preference for the 2006 Miami Heat championship over his other title wins highlights the enduring legacy and importance of that team's victory to the city of Miami. The Heat's 20th anniversary celebration of the 2006 championship is a testament to the team's continued relevance and impact on the local community.
