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Shaquille O’Neal Says Recurring Dreams Revisit His Years With Kobe Bryant as He Confronts Sleep Apnea

The Hall of Famer is channeling his late-in-life diagnosis into public outreach through Lilly’s “Don’t Sleep on OSA” campaign.

Overview

  • O’Neal told People he has been dreaming about playing alongside Kobe Bryant, often replaying championships and parade celebrations.
  • He described a technique he calls “dreamful attraction,” saying he can sometimes steer his dreams to specific memories.
  • The 53-year-old confirmed he has obstructive sleep apnea and said he ignored symptoms during his playing career before seeking help in his 50s.
  • He said he is working with his physicians on a treatment plan and is urging others to consult their doctors if they suspect sleep disorders.
  • O’Neal added that he stays in touch with Bryant’s family, checking in on his mother and sisters in the years since Bryant’s 2020 death.