Snack O'Neal

[CARTEL]

So true.  Amare doesn't move his feet well on d (I wonder why), depends too much on his athleticism to make plays.  Is fundamentally unsound at times, doesn't like to body up to big post players.  Yeah, I'd say he is average on d. 

Agreed.

He is way above average on whining that he doesn't get any respect though 

Friggin' Prima Dona

[americanbulldog]

I also forgot he ducks under on screen rolls giving the 1 or 2 an easy jumper.  Gotta fight through that screen, son. 

[Dos Equis]

Not surprised. 

Reporter: Shaq ran Van Gundy off
Posted: Tuesday April 01, 2008 05:33AM ET
An on-line reporter who regularly covers the Magic maintained Stan Van Gundy's exit had nothing to do with Pat Riley and everything to do with Shaquille O'Neal, who didn't appreciate being jerked in and out, especially in the pivotal minutes of tight games. "Shaq often disrespected Stan," the reporter disclosed. "Sometimes it was done playfully. More likely it was meant contemptuously." And it was loud enough so everyone could hear - teammates, the media, courtside fans, anybody within earshot. That season, while on the inactive list, Shaq was making snide and insensitive comments on the bench and during timeouts. The senselessness of trying to coach Shaq was not lost on Van Gundy. What rubbed him the rawest? It may very well have been the nickname. Nobody's more adept (mocking) at branding people, including himself. According to the reporter, Shaq would refer to Van Gundy as porn star Ron Jeremy, whom he strongly resembles, at least from the neck up.

http://www.fannation.com/truth_and_rumors/nba?page=3

[Dos Equis]

 

Heat staff: Shaq's a phony baby
Posted: Sunday March 30, 2008 09:14AM ET
Among words used by Heat people to describe Shaquille O'Neal, who lashed out at the team last week: ''a phony,'' a ''big baby'' and unprintable expletives. Although O'Neal has taken shots at the medical staff for treatment of his injuries, there was sentiment among players before Shaq's departure that he was mailing it in. And although O'Neal took a shot at Ricky Davis, the irony is that he advocated the deal that brought Davis and Mark Blount here for Antoine Walker, a Heat official said.

http://www.fannation.com/truth_and_rumors/nba?page=5

[Quickerblade]

Heat staff: Shaq's a phony baby
Posted: Sunday March 30, 2008 09:14AM ET
Among words used by Heat people to describe Shaquille O'Neal, who lashed out at the team last week: ''a phony,'' a ''big baby'' and unprintable expletives. Although O'Neal has taken shots at the medical staff for treatment of his injuries, there was sentiment among players before Shaq's departure that he was mailing it in. And although O'Neal took a shot at Ricky Davis, the irony is that he advocated the deal that brought Davis and Mark Blount here for Antoine Walker, a Heat official said.

http://www.fannation.com/truth_and_rumors/nba?page=5

cmon BB, there just rumours that make that site more interesting..(its true, but im denying it"

[Dos Equis]

Today's Snack stat line vs. the Suns in game 1 of the playoffs (30 minutes of double overtime game):

11 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, 4 blocks, 4 turnovers, 5 fouls.  As many fouls as rebounds.  Plus he was pulled with 6 minutes to go after the Spurs started hack-a-Shaq and he missed 3 straight FTs. 

But he actually played a decent game.  Looked like a solid bench player, not a 20 mil a year player. 

[americanbulldog]

Today's Snack stat line vs. the Suns in game 1 of the playoffs (30 minutes of double overtime game):

11 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, 4 blocks, 4 turnovers, 5 fouls.  As many fouls as rebounds.  Plus he was pulled with 6 minutes to go after the Spurs started hack-a-Shaq and he missed 3 straight FTs. 

But he actually played a decent game.  Looked like a solid bench player, not a 20 mil a year player. 

This is his role.  He was brought in to beat the Spurs. 

[Dos Equis]

This is his role.  He was brought in to beat the Spurs. 

And the Lakers.  But a $20 mil a year role player?  Sheesh. 

[Quickerblade]

Today's Snack stat line vs. the Suns in game 1 of the playoffs (30 minutes of double overtime game):

11 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, 4 blocks, 4 turnovers, 5 fouls.  As many fouls as rebounds.  Plus he was pulled with 6 minutes to go after the Spurs started hack-a-Shaq and he missed 3 straight FTs. 

But he actually played a decent game.  Looked like a solid bench player, not a 20 mil a year player. 

man you really know how to make me feel better, as if losing a close game like this wasnt enough

[Dos Equis]

man you really know how to make me feel better, as if losing a close game like this wasnt enough

lol.  Sorry dude.  Just trying to keep my thread alive.     Still a long way to go in this series. 

[Quickerblade]

And the Lakers.  But a $20 mil a year role player?  Sheesh. 

beach bum you know i got nothing but love and respect for you, but when it comes to the playoffs we have to put that aside and just talk facts

Shaq's getting 20M is his contract, whether he deserves it or not its the law, dont get mad at him, blame the players association and the NBA that enforces it, and his $20M contract is nothing compared to what the suns will draw from season tickets, TV broadcasting,  merchandise sales etc, trust me $20M for a NBA owner is nothing, thats easily recouped.

Shaq's stat line sucks, but he changes the game alot, he changes shots and defenses and wears out the centres and forwards

[Dos Equis]

beach bum you know i got nothing but love and respect for you, but when it comes to the playoffs we have to put that aside and just talk facts

Shaq's getting 20M is his contract, whether he deserves it or not its the law, dont get mad at him, blame the players association and the NBA that enforces it, and his $20M contract is nothing compared to what the suns will draw from season tickets, TV broadcasting,  merchandise sales etc, trust me $20M for a NBA owner is nothing, thats easily recouped.

Shaq's stat line sucks, but he changes the game alot, he changes shots and defenses and wears out the centres and forwards

I hear what you're saying.  I'm not saying he's worthless.  Just saying he's a shell of his former self, but still making former self money.  This is what $20 mil a year should get you:

51 minutes, 40 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, 3 blocks, 4 turnovers, 3 fouls, and the game-tying 3 pointer in OT. 

Tim Duncan. 

[Quickerblade]

I hear what you're saying.  I'm not saying he's worthless.  Just saying he's a shell of his former self, but still making former self money.  This is what $20 mil a year should get you:

51 minutes, 40 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, 3 blocks, 4 turnovers, 3 fouls, and the game-tying 3 pointer in OT. 

Tim Duncan. 

Thanks beach bum, that made me feel much better, you should be a counsellor

[Dos Equis]

Thanks beach bum, that made me feel much better, you should be a counsellor

 

[Quickerblade]

[Dos Equis]

Don't do it Quick.  http://suicidehotlines.com/   

[Quickerblade]

i cant help it, i was watching ESPN review the game, broke my spirit, the funny things is i banged a real fine broad last night, made huge cash last week at work, one of the best weeks of my life then this, i'd trade it all for a win. good luck with the lakers tomorrw Beach.

[MidniteRambo]

The Suns got what they deserved.  They traded prime and athleticism for past-prime and bulk.

Spurs in 7.

[Dos Equis]

The sun sets another Snack season.  His line in the 92-87 loss to the Spurs in game 5 of the playoffs:

29 minutes, 13 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 0 steals, 3 blocks, 2 turnovers, 5 fouls.  He was 2-8 from the field and 9 for 20 from the line.  He missed 11 free throws and his team loses by 5.  Watch how many sports channels/sites make that connection.   

How on earth do the Suns pay him $20 mil next year?   

[Quickerblade]

The sun sets another Snack season.  His line in the 92-87 loss to the Spurs in game 5 of the playoffs:

29 minutes, 13 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 0 steals, 3 blocks, 2 turnovers, 5 fouls.  He was 2-8 from the field and 9 for 20 from the line.  He missed 11 free throws and his team loses by 5.  Watch how many sports channels/sites make that connection.   

How on earth do the Suns pay him $20 mil next year?   

Ok beach bum enough is enough 
We all know Shaq aint worth $20M or even $7M, itis the contract, the suns have to pay it, there legally bound to it, his agent set the price to miami and they accepted, every nba fan, even shaq fan knows his hot garbage now, so why the fuck would the suns just off Marion and take shaq, surely someone in Suns administration knows shaq is pathetic and overpaid.....but...but and here's the kicker they still took him,the contract was no suprise, everyone knows what his worth and what he is going to earn,
 so the suns cant say "fuck, we got to pay him 20M!" bad luck to them, it was a bad investment, perhaps a buyout, but i know shaq wouldnt go for it

[UPINTHEMGUTS]

Now the coach is not coming bank next season too.

Time for the Suns to go in a new direction. They're stuck with Shaq for at least another season. Shaq's pride won't allow him to retire and he won't accept a buyout. Their best bet is make a trade for another perimeter scorer and decent defender. For example, if both Shaq and Marion would have played for the Suns this year, the Suns could've made to the finals. I really believe that but they had to give up one player in order to get the other.

I would trade Boris Diaw and their low 1st round pick to a team for a good small foward who can score and defend. Nash will be 35 years old next season and will start to slow down. He will play at least 5 minutes less per game next season.

[Quickerblade]

Shaq and Marion would have played for the Suns this year, the Suns could've made to the finals.

I love the positivity, unfortunately shaq is finished, his going to be slower next season, which means more fouls, and there is no way has anymore motivation left.

[Dos Equis]

With apologies to my boy Quick, this thread must rise from the ashes.   

Shaq slapped with temporary restraining order
From Staff Reports
It’s been a controversial summer for Shaquille O’Neal.

He has been caught on YouTube for disparaging former teammate Kobe Bryant during an impromptu rap performance. Then came news that he wanted to reconcile with his wife, Shaunie, whom he divorced in 2007.

Now, the Suns center has been slapped with a temporary restraining order by hip hot artist Alexis Miller – known professionally as Maryjane – the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported today.

Miller filed the restraining order in Atlanta with Fulton County Superior Court, alleging that O’Neal stalked her, threatened her with bodily harm and made harassing phone calls in which he breathed heavily into the phone before hanging up.

The Journal Constitution reported that Miller, 23, claimed she ended an intimate relationship with O’Neal last month. She alleged he then threatened to pay performers $50,000 each not to work with her.

“It’s been very difficult for her,” L. David Wolfe, Miller’s Atlanta-based attorney, told the Journal Constitution. “Her fears are not only for herself but also the people around her.” He said Miller, who has a young son, is “pretty traumatized.”

Wolfe said O’Neal, 36, still had not been served the legal paperwork as of early Friday afternoon. O’Neal’s agent, Perry Rogers, did not return three phone messages from the Journal Constitution left at his office Friday afternoon. Officials with the Suns couldn’t be reached for comment.

Under terms of the temporary restraining order, O’Neal is prohibited from having any contact or coming within 200 yards of Miller or her 19-month-old son. O’Neal, who resides in Florida, is not the father of the child, Wolfe said.

Both parties are scheduled to appear before Fulton County Superior Court Judge Karen Woodson on Sept. 4 to determine whether the restrictions should remain.

http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/123808

[Quickerblade]

With apologies to my boy Quick, this thread must rise from the ashes.   

Shaq slapped with temporary restraining order
From Staff Reports
It’s been a controversial summer for Shaquille O’Neal.

He has been caught on YouTube for disparaging former teammate Kobe Bryant during an impromptu rap performance. Then came news that he wanted to reconcile with his wife, Shaunie, whom he divorced in 2007.

Now, the Suns center has been slapped with a temporary restraining order by hip hot artist Alexis Miller – known professionally as Maryjane – the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported today.

Miller filed the restraining order in Atlanta with Fulton County Superior Court, alleging that O’Neal stalked her, threatened her with bodily harm and made harassing phone calls in which he breathed heavily into the phone before hanging up.

The Journal Constitution reported that Miller, 23, claimed she ended an intimate relationship with O’Neal last month. She alleged he then threatened to pay performers $50,000 each not to work with her.

“It’s been very difficult for her,” L. David Wolfe, Miller’s Atlanta-based attorney, told the Journal Constitution. “Her fears are not only for herself but also the people around her.” He said Miller, who has a young son, is “pretty traumatized.”

Wolfe said O’Neal, 36, still had not been served the legal paperwork as of early Friday afternoon. O’Neal’s agent, Perry Rogers, did not return three phone messages from the Journal Constitution left at his office Friday afternoon. Officials with the Suns couldn’t be reached for comment.

Under terms of the temporary restraining order, O’Neal is prohibited from having any contact or coming within 200 yards of Miller or her 19-month-old son. O’Neal, who resides in Florida, is not the father of the child, Wolfe said.

Both parties are scheduled to appear before Fulton County Superior Court Judge Karen Woodson on Sept. 4 to determine whether the restrictions should remain.

http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/123808

Whats up beach Bum?? how are you man?

That story reeks for lies and tales, Shaq is back with the wife now, and watch this bitch sue shaq or try..
Im still going to Try support the suns this season, i have a feeling that O'neal will retire due to injury

[Dos Equis]

Whats up beach Bum?? how are you man?

That story reeks for lies and tales, Shaq is back with the wife now, and watch this bitch sue shaq or try..
Im still going to Try support the suns this season, i have a feeling that O'neal will retire due to injury

It's all good mang.  How are you? 

I usually give guys the benefit of the doubt in stories like these, but Shaq doesn't take rejection well. 

Wouldn't surprise me at all if he retires.  He clearly cannot play a full season and isn't going to put the Suns over the top in the West.