Lake Charles, LA, September 22, 2026 —

The New Orleans Saints’ home opener on Sunday will feature a special halftime performance by NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, who will be performing under his disc jockey alias, DJ Diesel. The announcement marks a unique collaboration for the team’s first home game of the season, which is scheduled against the Las Vegas Raiders.

O’Neal, a four-time NBA champion and widely recognized Hall of Famer, has been increasingly active in the music scene as DJ Diesel. His performance at the Saints’ home opener is anticipated to bring a significant entertainment draw to the event.

Details regarding the specific duration or nature of DJ Diesel’s halftime set were not provided in the summary. The event is set to take place at the Saints’ home stadium, with the opponent confirmed as the Las Vegas Raiders.

This engagement adds a notable entertainment element to the start of the New Orleans Saints’ home game schedule, blending sports and music for fans attending the matchup.



Story summarized from the original created by Chris Welty on www.kplctv.com, see more information here.

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