In an unexpected twist during a recent podcast episode, Natalie Nunn shared a surprising story involving NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal and his ex-girlfriend, Nicole “Hoopz” Alexander. The incident unfolded on December 27 during Cam Newton’s ‘Funky Friday’ podcast, where Nunn reminisced about her first car, a Volkswagen Beetle, which Shaq gifted her during her time at USC.
Nunn explained, “He bought me my first car. I was at USC. He bought a Bug [Volkswagen Beetle]…Google It!” She also pointed to a 2011 tabloid headlining Shaquille’s supposed breakup with Hoopz in favor of her. However, Nunn clarified that the narrative wasn’t accurate, insisting, “I was a college student. I needed a car. N***a, what are you talking about?”
As the conversation progressed, Cam Newton playfully questioned Nunn about the nature of her relationship with Shaq, prompting debate among fans about whether there was more to the story than she admitted. Nunn maintained that her connection with Shaq was purely platonic, getting involved in the Trojan basketball games as a dedicated student-athlete.
Hoopz reacted to the podcast clip with a cryptic comment, posting just a pair of eyes emojis on the Instagram post promoting the episode. This prompted a flurry of speculation online, as fans interpreted her response variously — some seeing it as a signal of discontent, while others suggested she was simply observing the unfolding drama.
The discussion surrounding Nunn’s story has ignited social media, leading to an array of memes and discussions about the past relationships involving these well-known personalities. As fans continue to dissect the nuances of the story, it highlights the ever-intriguing connections between stars and the complexity that often accompanies their histories.