Shaq Towards Streaming Career After Hearing About xQc’s $100M KICK Deal
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has expressed interest in exploring the world of streaming following the news of xQc’s staggering $100 million deal with Kick.
xQc, a renowned and influential streamer, recently made headlines when he signed a massive contract with Kick back in June. Transitioning from his exclusive presence on Twitch, xQc’s move to Kick has sparked curiosity among numerous high-profile content creators, with others like Amouranth and Logan Paul also considering the platform for their streaming endeavors.
The news of xQc’s lucrative deal caught Shaq’s attention during a casual interview on the Full Squad Gaming podcast. Upon learning that xQc was being paid $50 million per year to stream on Kick, Shaq humorously remarked that he might “come after” him, surprised by the lucrative nature of the deal.
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Curiosity piqued, Shaq further discussed the possibility of trying out streaming on Kick. Open to new experiences, Shaq, known for his ventures outside of basketball as a businessman and DJ Diesel, expressed interest in exploring the streaming space.
When asked about his potential streaming content, Shaq playfully pondered what he could offer, considering the broad range of topics available for streaming. As for his price, should Kick show interest in him, Shaq made it clear that it would be “up there.”
While the NBA legend’s interest in streaming remains uncertain, his statement comes amidst an ongoing battle among streaming platforms such as Kick, Twitch, and YouTube, all vying for top-tier content creators through exclusive deals.
As the streaming wars continue, Shaq’s potential entry into the streaming world adds yet another intriguing element to this rapidly evolving industry. For now, congratulations pour in for xQc on his historic deal, as the streaming community awaits to see how the landscape will evolve with the involvement of notable personalities like Shaq.
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