Even if you're not a die-hard basketball fan, you probably know the name Shaquille O'Neal. Whether it's from his execrable movies, goofy commercials, or his self-dubbed nicknames, Shaq has provided almost as much entertainment off the court as on it. Now that he has hung up his size 23 sneakers for the last time, we'll take a look at some of Shaq's other career endeavors away from the hardwood.

5. "Dr." Shaq

Although Shaq left school early to go pro, he has always maintained his interest in further education. He received his Bachelor's from LSU in 2000 and earned an MBA from the University of Phoenix online school in 2005. Last year, he began working his way toward becoming "The Big Aristotle": he started on a Ph.D program in Human Resource Development at Barry University in Florida.

4. MMA Fighter

3. Rap Star

Although his mic skills may never measure up to Jay-Z or Eminem, Shaq "Diesel" can drop rhymes with some measure of competence. Now that he has more time to devote to honing his writing and performances, he could make for a strong opening act for a major MC.

2. Law Enforcement

As if he wasn't dangerous enough with his bare hands, he can now carry a billy club, a taser, and a sidearm. Shaq has also been a reserve police officer in both LA and Miami. He helped arrest a man who threw a bottle and yelled gay slurs at a passerby.

1. Pro Wrestler

Larger than life physique? Check. Outsized personality? Check. Charisma to spare? Check. Experience in dealing with incompetent referees? Check and double-check.

Whatever Shaq chooses to do with his "Golden Years," we can count on him being entertaining -- as long as it's far away from any movie screens.

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