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The shallow folks at Shanghaiist just can't get enough of celebs. This time we turn our attention to Shaquille O'Neal, who, in August 2006, signed a five year deal with Chinese athletic shoemaker Li-Ning. Part of the deal was to develop a line of Shaq shoes. We're not avid TV watchers, but this commercial is the first one that we've seen with Shaq so far. That leaves just one question: is Shaq a disciple of Chen style or Yang style taichi？

Following in the footsteps of former teammate Damon Jones (naturally), NBA superstar Shaquille O'Neal has signed an endorsement deal with Chinese sports shoes and apparel company Li Ning. Is this a sign that Chinese brands have hit the big time? Or is this a sign that Shaq's career is nearing its end? Maybe a combination of both?

The Chinese may stuff the All-Star ballot box for Yao Ming, but they would rather wear his teammate's jersey. When asked about his popularity in China, Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady said he wasn't surprised at all. "I've got a lot of love over there in China," he said. More love than the most famous Chinese player ever. Yao's jersey ranks No. 3. Here is the Top Ten: