As the NBA made its way to the Middle East for the first time, all the stars were out in force.
The reigning champions the Milwaukee Bucks, led by superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, were in town along with Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks. Throw in legends such as Vince Carter, Chris Bosh, Dominique Wilkins and Isaiah Thomas and there was no shortage of star power.
But wherever the NBA went, there was one unmissable presence everyone wanted to see - Shaquille O’Neal. The 7ft1 giant was ambassador for the 2022 NBA Abu Dhabi Games and was welcomed with open arms.