After a legendary 19-year NBA career, Shaquille O'Neal, known as 'The Big Diesel,' retired in 2011 with four championship rings and three Finals MVP awards. On the court, he earned over £227 million ($286 million), but his life post-basketball has been equally remarkable. Shaq has turned his financial prowess into an empire worth an estimated £400 million ($500 million), according to Front Office Sports.
Here's how the NBA icon achieved his astounding financial success:
