Shaquille O'Neal told the Associated Press on Saturday that he's not focused on the fact that he might not earn a record 15th straight selection to the NBA's All-Star team next month.

He's more concerned about returning to the court, which may not happen in the near future. O'Neal told the AP that his hip has not gotten any better since he shut himself down several days ago.

"The most important thing is to get as healthy as possible so I can get back out here with my guys," O'Neal said. "There's nothing as important to me as getting out here, fighting with my guys, win or lose. I'm not one of those players who's going to do extra-extra stuff to get on the All-Star team."