Me’Arah O’Neal transfers to Kentucky Wildcats women's basketball team
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 29
Me’Arah O’Neal transfers to Kentucky Wildcats women's basketball team
10 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 29
O’Neal, after two seasons with the Florida Gators averaging 13.6 points and 6.4 rebounds, announced her move on Instagram.
Her transfer follows a season where Florida finished 18-15 and missed the NCAA Tournament, while Kentucky reached the Elite Eight with a 25-11 record.
O’Neal, daughter of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, cited new opportunities amid increased transfer portal activity and NIL deals shaping college basketball.
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Can Shaq's daughter be the final piece for Kentucky's national title puzzle?
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Is college basketball now a 'pay-for-play' league for only the wealthiest schools?
Will a new executive order successfully regulate college sports' 'Wild West' NIL deals?
With thousands in the portal, what happens to players left without a scholarship?