Shaq in the Desert!

I've been waiting to blog about this story, because I always like to see how the headlines will play out and now that it has, let me give my two non-expert cents. Shaq Diesel is now the face of the Suns and it's apparent, because the Suns website now has a " Diesel" size intro! It seems that everywhere he goes the red carpet, I mean orange is waiting. Seriously, can you blame the orange fans from being excited? I know that he's at the tail end of his career, but we all know that Shaq's ability to become rejuvenated is likely, just look at the IcyHot commercials, one pad and you're all better. I think that the Suns' new rivals, the Lakers have forced their upperhand and challenged them silently. The Lakers acquired Paul Gasol and he's already making an impact on the purple and gold floor. Shaq may not jump high or dunk as powerful like that classic take down of the rim in Orlando, but he sure can make a guard think about putting in a smooth floater near the rim. His presence is so important in the post. I love the Spurs and want the Rockets to succeed, but I think that having Shaq and allowing Amare to finally play a true power forward will give the Suns more edge. Grant Hill and Shaq, two classy vets helping the young ones!

Will it FINALLY be his time??

This is one of my favorite players in the league today. I have watched him from his days at Duke University and with the Detriot Pistons*. I highlight Detriot because management screwed him over causing him to get out there anyway and play, thus ruining his ankle. I was hoping that when he moved to Orlando, it would be a type of re-birth for him. His heart was in the right place but that ankle just wouldn't act right. This past season, Mr. Hill displayed his signature silky smooth game, averaging double digits. Recently, it was announced that he plans on signing with Phoenix. His veteran leadership will be welcome to this organization. He is a very smart player on the court and it will be interesting to see how this season unfolds for him. I truly hope that one day, we can see him, just as we did with Michael Finley, Gary Payton, and Alonzo Mourning, hoist up the NBA title trophy! This was a smart move for him moving to a team LOADED with talent. Will this FINALLY be Grant Hill's time? That question will be answered at the end of the 2007-2008 season or beyond perhaps. STAY TUNED!!!

Signed: DrCoyle32