Shaq and Hoopz are the Happy Couple

By Mr. Hollywood
JR Staff Writer

There have been rumors surrounding the relationship between NBA superstar, Shaquille O'Neal and Nicole "Hoopz" Alexander ever since they hooked up. O'Neal was in the middle of a nasty divorce from his wife, Shaunie, and Hoopz had nearly been forgotten, years past her VH1 days.

While Shaquille O'Neal has been with various women, he and Hoopz seemed to be a mismatch to most. Last year, there were rumors of O'Neal popping the question to Hoopz. Before the end of the year, stories said the two had broken up. The rumors suggested Shaq had demanded all his high-price gifts back.

Despite all of the rumors, Shaq and Hoopz have done well with each other. Perhaps their love of basketball is what has kept them together. Hoopz was still a child, playing basketball in her back yard when Shaquille O'Neal was breaking goals with the Orlando Magic. Things have definitely changed since then.

Even with the tough season, Shaq has been able to count on Hoopz being there for him. She has adjusted well to his lifestyle in front of the sports media. Often, Hoopz is mentioned by the sports announcers of ESPN and other sports outlets. For Hoopz, it is not too much of an adjustment being in front of the camera, as she starred in "Flavor of Love" and the original "I Love Money."

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Nicole "Hoopz" Alexander returning to Reality Television

By TV Insider
JR Staff Writer

In 2006 and 2008, Nicole "Hoopz" Alexander, proved to be too much for VH1. She won Flavor Flav's heart during the first season of "Flavor of Love." Behind the scenes, the couple did not make it. She returned to VH1 and won "I Love Money" and the heart of Real.

Ever since her stint on "I Love Money," Hoopz has been out of the public eye. She has been romantically linked to several athletes. In 2009, Hoopz was rumored to be dating NFL superstar, Chad Ochocinco. Last spring, she confirmed her relationship with Shaquille O'Neal.

No longer a dominant force in the game, O'Neal is now a reserve for the Boston Celtics. The Celtics are his third team in as many years. Currently, he is signed to a two-year contract with the team and Hoopz lives with him in Boston. The new reality show will focus on Hoopz as she lives the life of the girlfriend of an NBA star and works as a sports trainer.

Hoopz and Shaq met in 2006, right after her stint on "Flavor of Love." At the time, Shaq was happily married to Shaunie O'Neal and Hoopz was involved with Flavor Flav. Soon, all of this changed, but the two did not find each other immediately. Since 2009, the couple has been on and off dating, but they became more serious last year. The two are rumored to be engaged and Shaq was said to have purchased her a $500,000 engagement ring.

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Shaq calls off Wedding to Hoopz

By Mr. Hollywood
JR Staff Writer

During the summer, Shaquille O'Neal reportedly began dating reality star, Nicole "Hoopz" Alexander. Their relationship quickly grew and the two reportedly were engaged. There was never true confirmation, but the couple has made public appearances.

It appeared as if Shaq had moved on with his life since divorcing Shaunie O'Neal. She has clearly moved on with her life. Not only is Shaunie O'Neal enjoying the single life, she also has two hit shows on VH1. Ironically, Hoopz rose to fame on VH1 in the series, "Flavor of Love."

Because of her love for basketball, Hoopz often attended NBA games. By chance, she met Shaq and the two hit it off. It did not take long for the two to enter a relationship. Some media outlets reported that the two were more than casually dating. From the looks of things over the past few months, these sources were correct. When Shaq attended NBA-related functions he always brings Hoopz with him. ESPN, the top sports authority, even refers to Hoopz as Shaq's "new gal pal." But, it appears as if all of this is over effective immediately.

Apparently, the couple got into a heated argument. Shaq was so upset that he demanded Hoopz give him back the $500,000 engagement ring he gave her. The news does not come as a shock to Shaunie O'Neal because she said that every player in the NBA cheats on their women. She did give one exception to her ex-husband's former teammate, Grant Hill.

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