Well the Shaq-Javale McGee feud sure has escalated quickly.
After Shaq and Javale had a heated Twitter back and forth last night, several Warriors’ including Kevin Durant came out of the woodwork to defend McGee.
Kevin Durant comes to JaVale McGee's defense vs Shaq: "I didn't know cops could threaten civilians like that" pic.twitter.com/gsx79h04c8
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) February 24, 2017
“JaVale, he works extremely hard. He’s come in here and done so much for us as a player. And he only wants to be respected like any other player.
“And I understand Shaq works for a company that wants him to do that type of stuff and make fun of players. And it’s cool and funny, but when you just keep doing it time and time and time again for no reason, and then a guy actually disagrees you and you threaten him … I didn’t know cops could threaten civilians like that. So it’s definitely childish. But that’s what they want from these stars and these retired players — to feud with the guys that’s playing now and to make arguments and disagreements. But if I was JaVale, I’d feel the same way. It’s childish.”
Shaq saw Durant’s comments and told KD to mind his business.
@KDTrey5 mind yo business this ain't for you,
— SHAQ (@SHAQ) February 24, 2017
Shaq went on to say that he was going to finish what Javale stated.
@KDTrey5 I understand u sticking up for your teammate that's cool but your boy @JaValeMcGee34 is still a bum, he started it I'm a finish it
— SHAQ (@SHAQ) February 24, 2017
According to a report from ESPN, the Warriors have contact TNT about Shaq’s coverage of McGee
Co-scribed w/ @ESPNSteinLine: Sources tell ESPN Warriors contacted Turner to discuss Shaq's coverage of JaVale McGee https://t.co/lwKlH7Mde3
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) February 24, 2017
I have a feeling this feud could go on for awhile.