The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

Collapse

Recommended Videos

Collapse
X
 
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
  • TMagic
    G.O.A.T.
    • Apr 2007
    • 7550

    #1

    The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

    I don't know if many of you have noticed.

    But, SHAQ is dominating right now. I would even venture to say that he is the MVP of the Suns.

    That's right. I'd put his play above Nash and Amare's. SHAQ has been there best player.

    He's still a force in this league. Still unstoppable. Still commands a double or triple team. Still stuffing it down people's throats.

    And now, he's knocking down free throws ! At one point he knocked down 12 in a row! Now what the hell can you do to stop the big fella?

    I'd say SHAQ is the second best center in the league right now. Ahead of Yao and behind Dwight. He should be starting for the West All Stars as far as I'm concerned.

    The Suns are now 5th in the West after looking like they wouldn't even make the playoffs. And a large part of it has to do with SHAQ's play out there.

    He's doing it all. Rebounding, scoring, passing, defending, and staying out of foul trouble.

    What's funny is that I remember people saying that he's washed up. Or he's on the decline. That he doesn't have anything left. Not just on OS, but analysts as well.

    I also remember how people were saying that the trade was ludacris. Hell, I was one of them. But the way the Suns are playing now, it looks like the smart move.

    The only thing is that it hasn't been against the toughest of competition as of late. But, SHAQ is looking really good in any case. Motivated, determined, and wanting to make a statement.

    Over the last 12 games, SHAQ is averaging 22.5 PPG, 10.1 RPG, and about 2 blocks. For these 12 games, Phonix is 10-2.

    Phoenix is 20-9 when SHAQ plays. Only 2-4 when he misses time. That tells you something.

    I hope he can keep this up. Or at least do this in playoff time. I love seeing this as he is one of my favorite players of all time.

    ..And let's not forget, he's 36! Right now, he looks like he can compete for another 4 years and still be one of the best in the league.



    SHAQ, you are the man....
    Last edited by TMagic; 01-14-2009, 05:11 PM. Reason: Don't want to offend anyone :)
    PSN: TMagic_01

    Twitter: @ThoseFools

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEC...cd41cJK2238sIA
  • Cebby
    Banned
    • Apr 2005
    • 22327

    #2
    Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

    "Chinamen" is not the preferred nomenclature.

    In fact, it's a racial slur.

    Comment

    • ex carrabba fan
      I'll thank him for you
      • Oct 2004
      • 32744

      #3
      Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

      It'll be nice to see Aristotle, Bryant and Jackson all on the same team again in Feb.

      Comment

      • madmax17
        Rookie
        • Jun 2008
        • 379

        #4
        Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

        He is on killing spree lately but don't expect it to last, consistency is a bitch at his age. I would like to see a second burst from him in the playoffs as well, it could happen if he gets some rest before the season ends.

        Comment

        • J.R. Locke
          Banned
          • Nov 2004
          • 4137

          #5
          Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

          I do take my hat off to him. He has really stepped up his game this year. The Suns are the most efficient offensive team and they are playing far better than I thought they would.

          Comment

          • Stumbleweed
            Livin' the dream
            • Oct 2006
            • 6279

            #6
            Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

            Yeah, I'm surprised. Apparently his struggles last year and in Miami were all related to a butt muscle that wasn't "firing", according to Shaq. The trainers in Phoenix are bad asses and were able to get him going again, and that's why he's back to the quick low post moves and just bullying the hell out of people. Like Barkley, Shaq's giant *** is the key to his power.

            I still lament the death of the D'Antoni Suns, but Shaq is kinda making me eat my words on several topics (Amare would beast out this season, Shaq is washed up, etc.).
            Send your Midnight Release weirdo pics/videos to my new website: http://www.peopleofmidnightreleases.com!

            Comment

            • Lumalu
              Rookie
              • Oct 2006
              • 448

              #7
              Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

              This is the best I've seen him, since the laker days. What are they feeding him in Phoenix?
              New Zealand Warriors - All Blacks - Auckland Blues - New Orleans Saints - Orlando Magic - Queensland League

              Comment

              • Fiasco West
                MVP
                • Oct 2008
                • 2820

                #8
                Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                That is why Shaq is a HOFamer. Despite his age, he can still give a lot to a team STILL he can give you something. On some nights he can even give you a flashback.

                Comment

                • BobbyColtrane
                  Just some dude...
                  • Sep 2007
                  • 2284

                  #9
                  Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                  "The Chinaman is not the issue."

                  - Walter Sobchak
                  NBA 2K20 MyLeague - Reloaded - The San Antonio Spurs

                  NBA 2K19 MyLeague - Pound the Rock - The San Antonio Spurs

                  Comment

                  • Muzyk23
                    MVP
                    • Feb 2003
                    • 4192

                    #10
                    Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                    The answer is simple. Shaq finally has players around who know when and where he needs the ball, besides, he is beasting.
                    NBA

                    Comment

                    • 23
                      yellow
                      • Sep 2002
                      • 66469

                      #11
                      Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                      ec, eat your crow calling this all time great a bench player

                      Comment

                      • Checmate101
                        N.W.O. - NO WR OPEN
                        • Mar 2006
                        • 9947

                        #12
                        Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                        Shaq is doing Big things though...I'll give him that
                        Washington Redskins
                        Washington Wizards
                        St.Louis Cardinals
                        Uconn Huskies
                        Miami Hurricanes

                        Comment

                        • ex carrabba fan
                          I'll thank him for you
                          • Oct 2004
                          • 32744

                          #13
                          Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                          Originally posted by 23
                          ec, eat your crow calling this all time great a bench player
                          LOL I'll eat my crow.

                          There's a lot of crow to go around I'm sure. The man deserves to be in the All-Star game no doubt about it.

                          EDIT: And for the record, I actually didn't call him a bench player this year. I said NEXT YEAR.
                          Last edited by ex carrabba fan; 01-14-2009, 03:55 PM.

                          Comment

                          • nogster
                            MVP
                            • Mar 2006
                            • 3833

                            #14
                            Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                            wheres matrix?
                            i want to read his view on this?

                            Comment

                            • mgoblue
                              Go Wings!
                              • Jul 2002
                              • 25477

                              #15
                              Re: The BIG CACTUS...SHAQ, Looking Better Than Ever

                              Originally posted by Stumbleweed
                              Yeah, I'm surprised. Apparently his struggles last year and in Miami were all related to a butt muscle that wasn't "firing", according to Shaq. The trainers in Phoenix are bad asses and were able to get him going again, and that's why he's back to the quick low post moves and just bullying the hell out of people. Like Barkley, Shaq's giant *** is the key to his power.

                              I still lament the death of the D'Antoni Suns, but Shaq is kinda making me eat my words on several topics (Amare would beast out this season, Shaq is washed up, etc.).
                              I disagree with you on lamenting the death of D'Antoni's Suns. IMO they weren't going to win playing that brand of basketball. That team's window closed, and I'm not convinced the fast break no defense type style will actually win in the playoffs.

                              It's taking a while, but I think the Suns are starting to work as a team better....
                              Nintendo Switch Friend Code: SW-7009-7102-8818

                              Comment

                              Working...