Confirmation of Shaquille O'Neal Undergoing Surgery

The television network "TNT" reported today, Monday, that Shaquille O'Neal, who has previously been inducted into the Hall of Fame, underwent surgery on his upper thigh after the four-time NBA champion alarmed fans by posting a photo of himself lying on a hospital bed. The 15-time All-Star and analyst for "Inside the NBA" will be absent from the broadcast unit during his recovery but sent a message of support to sports broadcaster Ernie Johnson and his colleague Candace Parker, the duo who accompany him on the show, yesterday, Sunday. O'Neal (51 years old) wrote on Twitter: "I always watch the show, I miss you all," along with a photo of himself in a hospital gown. Parker, a WNBA All-Star, responded to O'Neal's tweet saying, "Love you big fella," amid fan speculation about his health. A spokesperson for "TNT" confirmed to Reuters that O'Neal did indeed undergo surgery.