Shaquille O’Neal’s number 34 jersey was hung up in the rafters next to all the Laker legends at the Staple Center last night, but something wasn’t right. Not very many people noticed, but the #34 jersey doesn’t only stand out as being the first modern Laker jersey hung, it also stands out as being the first jersey that is hung BACKWARDS.
Take a closer look. O’Neal’s name is printed right under the V-neck collar where we usually see the team name printed; the back of the jersey has a higher collar. Jeanie Buss presented Shaq with a correct jersey during last night ceremony, which should have been a replica of the one hanging in the raptures. People questioned whether or not all the retired jerseys in the Staples Center showcase the player’s name on the front, as it is a bit difficult to tell with the retro crew necks the Lakers used to wear, but Lakers spokesman John Black stated that it was indeed a mistake:
“The oversight will be corrected and a new jersey put up as soon as possible.”
Dave McMenamin tweeted that the jersey is expected to be fixed by Friday’s game against Memphis.
Take a closer look. O’Neal’s name is printed right under the V-neck collar where we usually see the team name printed; the back of the jersey has a higher collar. Jeanie Buss presented Shaq with a correct jersey during last night ceremony, which should have been a replica of the one hanging in the raptures. People questioned whether or not all the retired jerseys in the Staples Center showcase the player’s name on the front, as it is a bit difficult to tell with the retro crew necks the Lakers used to wear, but Lakers spokesman John Black stated that it was indeed a mistake:
“The oversight will be corrected and a new jersey put up as soon as possible.”
Dave McMenamin tweeted that the jersey is expected to be fixed by Friday’s game against Memphis.
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