Yes, Shaquille O'Neal could easily touch the basketball rim without even leaving the floor. Standing at an imposing height of over 7 feet 1 inches tall with a massive wingspan and a standing reach that stretched well past 9 feet, he was able to reach the 10-foot rim flat-footed. This extraordinary physical stature, combined with his immense strength and agility, allowed him to dominate opponents effortlessly in the paint throughout his legendary basketball career.