A Bittersweet Farewell For Yao
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When big man Yao Ming entered the NBA, fans thought he would be the perfect contender for the dominant Shaquille O’Neal. The fans thoughts were correct, and Ming provided the league with new energy.
Sadly, Ming couldn’t stay healthy. Tall athletes tend to have more of an issue with their feet, and that is what eventually took Ming out. At his retirement announcement in 2011, Ming brought his daughter Yao Qinlei with him. His career ended up significantly shortened, but at least he gained more time with his family.
