Hack-a-Shaq

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The Hack-a-Shaq is a basketball defensive strategy used in the National Basketball Association (NBA) that involves committing intentional fouls (originally a clock management strategy) for the purpose of lowering opponents' scoring. The strategy was originally adapted by Dallas Mavericks coach Don Nelson, who directed players to commit personal fouls throughout the game against selected opponents who poorly shot free throws. Nelson initially used the strategy against power forward Dennis Rodman. However, the strategy acquired its name for Nelson's subsequent use of it against center Shaquille O'Neal.

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