Big endorsement: Shaquille O'Neal backs N.J. Gov. Chris Christie

... will try to prevent youths from getting involved in crime, drugs or gangs, NJ.com reported. Mr. O'Neal was born in Newark, N.J. He was the first pick in the 1992 NBA draft and played 19 seasons with six teams, including the Orlando Magic, Los ...

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