LeBron James, Athletes React to McDonald's Snub of Shaq's Son Shareef O'Neal

The 2018 McDonald's All-American Game rosters have been set, but there's a well-known name missing from the list, which drew widespread criticism.

Shareef O'Neal, Shaquille's son, didn't make the team. Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James provided inspirational words for the youngster on his basketball journey:

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Got some very wise words from lebron this morning .. he posted on his Instagram... I’ve always looked up to Lebron because he always treated me like family ... he is family ✊❤️ pic.twitter.com/4UWymgbTgw

— Shareef O’Neal (@SSJreef) January 17, 2018"

Former NBA player Matt Barnes took action in his loathing of the sponsor's roster decision. He's going to boycott Chicken McNuggets—something his kids won't be pleased with:

Of course, Shaquille offered motivation for his son:

O'Neal has committed to Arizona, and he's the No. 24 high school recruit on ESPN's Top 100 board for the 2018 class.