NBA Legend Throws Governor Walz Out of Restaurant with Scathing Criticism.

In a scene resembling a mix of reality TV and political satire, NBA icon and restaurant owner Shaquille O’Neal reportedly ousted Minnesota Governor and Democratic vice-presidential nominee Tim Walz from his Atlanta eatery, Big Chicken, declaring, “Don’t come back here, you’re a disappointment!”

The weekend altercation quickly went viral, with witnesses recalling the bizarre confrontation between one of basketball’s greats and a politician seemingly unprepared for Shaq’s blunt style of hospitality. Walz, fresh off a campaign event, entered Big Chicken expecting a meal but got far more than a sandwich.

It appeared that Walz may have hoped for special treatment, but instead, he received a very public dressing-down. Shaq, famous for his candidness, didn’t hold back, labeling Walz a “disappointment” after the governor tried to make small talk.

As Shaq’s rebuke intensified, he scolded Walz over his political record and even brought up a recent viral story about Walz’s family members supporting Trump. With onlookers filming the incident, Shaq’s takedown became a social media sensation, complete with memes and the hashtag #ShaqSlammedWalz.

Shaq later commented that the episode wasn’t political but a matter of integrity, signaling that he doesn’t care about status, only about people doing the right thing. Whether this will impact Walz’s political run remains to be seen, but one thing’s clear: Shaq’s in charge at Big Chicken, and he’s not serving up any free passes.