Recently, O'Neal talked about his relationship with Kobe in the show "OFF THE RECORD".

O'Neal said: "I have a really good relationship with Kobe's mother now. We often chat because I understand her pain. So I'll call her to see if she needs anything - sending flowers, telling her that I love her, I miss her - these are the little things."

"You know, many people think that my relationship with Kobe is another matter, but it's not. As I always tell you, you really pay attention to those 'drama' things."