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Done Deal! Shaq to Phx/Marion to Mia; Update Pg. 36

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Post#541 » by Lane1974 » Sun Feb 10, 2008 1:51 pm

more details from Arison -good stuff
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/story/413435.html
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Post#542 » by Phinsoverpats » Wed Jul 19, 2017 8:48 pm

I thought it would be cool to look at board past so...bump
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Post#543 » by HIF » Thu Jul 20, 2017 8:06 am

Those names bring back some memories. Mopper was my all time favourite poster. BHO the best Aussie poster - wonder how his kid is now? playing basketball I should think. Harry H - what a douche. Lalalisa !!!!
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Post#544 » by BIRDMAN BIRDMAN » Thu Jul 20, 2017 1:46 pm

Shaq_Diesel wrote:Well folks...

You know my sources are usually as strong as oak, I just got a call confirming that the deal is finalized and should be announced in the next day or so.

The Diesel is headed out of Miami...



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Post#545 » by RJM » Thu Jul 20, 2017 1:52 pm

ZOinvtdtheBLOCK wrote:I have been a lurker on here for several years but have never posted. I just received news from a friend of mine who works in securities and intelligence that his boss just got off the phone with Shaq. I can personally vouch for the fact that this buddy of mine has actually eaten lunch with his boss and Shaq on several occasions due to their close relationship.

This afternoon his boss mentioned to him that Shaq was discussing the possibility that he might be traded to Phoenix! He has not yet received any further info so there is still no evidence to support this ridiculous and seemingly impossible scenario. However, my friend told me that his boss would not joke or make light of any situation regarding Shaq. So there might actually be some substance to this. Moreover, his boss did not know any additional details such as who else would be involved in the trade.

He is going to call me later tonight with any further information that he is able to gather. Again this is by no means confirmed and does not seem realistic to me at all. However, if there is indeed any truth to this earth shattering possibility I figured everyone here would want to know.

I will post again immediately as soon as I learn of any new details that will either confirm or negate this rumor.


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Post#546 » by dancing2thabeet » Thu Jul 20, 2017 2:20 pm

:lol:
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Post#547 » by KingDavid » Thu Jul 20, 2017 8:44 pm

A LOT of names I haven't seen in years. Whoa.
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Post#548 » by spectrec130 » Thu Jul 20, 2017 9:20 pm

Holy shyiat does this bring back memories


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Post#549 » by Wolfy1983 » Thu Jul 20, 2017 9:58 pm

Just out of curiosity, is the 2003 draft and Shaq trade to Miami still here?
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Post#550 » by Dr_Heat » Fri Jul 21, 2017 5:31 pm

IN , in the year 2017
I have traveled into the future :lol:

Would like to see some of these old posters come back, post a few words and make their "WWE style ,Oh chit ,he's back moment "

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Post#551 » by BenoUdrihFTL » Fri Jul 21, 2017 6:18 pm

Riled Up wrote:How many years before the HEat matters again? Will it take three more years of mediocrity, like the Lakers? What will the HEat put together that is clearly better than Wade, Shaq and a player like Artest for the next few years?

My favorite coach is hiding his gross, disgusting failure as team president by trading away the most dynamic personality our franchise has ever seen, the greatest Center in the history of the game.

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Post#552 » by Big NBA Fan » Fri Jul 21, 2017 6:49 pm

I'm glad The Big Ego failed in Phoenix/Cleveland/Boston after he quit on the Heat the way he did and disrespected the organization for no reason.

But, looking back, the trade was a lose-lose for everybody. Marion struggled badly in Spoelstra's offense and the Suns struggled with Shaq.

Both players did not last long in Miami and Phoenix after they were traded for each-other.

Shaq got what he deserved post-2006, given that he made no effort to work hard after Micky gave him that massive extension that he never lived up to.

He should be thankful everyday for Wade's GOAT Finals Performance, because if the Heat lost that series, Shaq's 2006 Finals would have ranked right up there with LeBron's 2011 Finals performance as the worst of all time. Getting outplayed by Erick Dampier?!
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Post#553 » by Bishop45 » Sat Jul 22, 2017 8:42 pm

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Riled Up wrote:How many years before the HEat matters again? Will it take three more years of mediocrity, like the Lakers? What will the HEat put together that is clearly better than Wade, Shaq and a player like Artest for the next few years?

My favorite coach is hiding his gross, disgusting failure as team president by trading away the most dynamic personality our franchise has ever seen, the greatest Center in the history of the game.

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Post#554 » by RJM » Mon Jul 24, 2017 9:36 am

Big NBA Fan wrote:I'm glad The Big Ego failed in Phoenix/Cleveland/Boston after he quit on the Heat the way he did and disrespected the organization for no reason.

But, looking back, the trade was a lose-lose for everybody. Marion struggled badly in Spoelstra's offense and the Suns struggled with Shaq.

Both players did not last long in Miami and Phoenix after they were traded for each-other.

Shaq got what he deserved post-2006, given that he made no effort to work hard after Micky gave him that massive extension that he never lived up to.

He should be thankful everyday for Wade's GOAT Finals Performance, because if the Heat lost that series, Shaq's 2006 Finals would have ranked right up there with LeBron's 2011 Finals performance as the worst of all time. Getting outplayed by Erick Dampier?!


He was getting sonned by Greg freaking Ostertag earlier that year. It was looking bad for him. But he'll never hold himself accountable for it. Read Shaq Speaks and you'll think NOTHING was ever his fault. That's just the kind of guy he is.
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Post#555 » by Grumpy Heat Fan » Tue Jul 25, 2017 12:17 am

Wasn't it Steve Kerr who made this deal for the Suns at the time?

I remember reading a funny article when this trade went down. It was called Pat Riley the Flim Flam Man.

here is a snippet of it :


Riley: The Salesman and Flim-Flam Man

As the Flim-Flam Man (a gifted con artist), Riley could sell ice to the Eskimos, or in this case, an aging, hurt center, barely able to put on a uniform, $20 million a year player, to an unsuspecting NBA team.

Now most NBA GM’s confronted with such a daunting problem play the Old Soldier routine. Old GM’s never die; they just fade away, disappear, and leave all the problems they created for the next poor sucker. I’m sure Riley thought of that, but the old Willie Lohman of the NBA, felt he might have one more sale or trade up his sleeve.

Scanning the Elite Teams of the NBA, looking for his mark, or victim, Riley saw an opportunity. The Lakers just signed Pau Gasol, perhaps tipping the balance of power in the NBA’s Western Conference to the Lakers and away from the Phoenix Suns.

The Phoenix Suns were doubting themselves. Although they had the best record in the West, they were worried the Lakers might deny them the NBA Championship they covet so much.

Riley, the salesman calls Steve Kerr, GM of the Phoenix Suns. Steve being a new and inexperienced GM, would be easy prey for Rile’s slick way.

The conversation probably went something like this.

Riley: “Steve, I just heard that Memphis gave Pau to the Lakers. That’s not fair, there ought to be a law against that stuff. You guys were on the brink of winning your first title and some schmo just took it away from you. We’ll I’m here to remedy it. I can change all of that for you.”

Kerr: “How, Pat? Is Wade available?”

Riley: “Oh, this is way better than Wade. Can you spell Dynasty? We're talking titles here, at least three years for the Suns.

We, the Heat are willing to part, are you sitting down Steve? With the greatest player of all time, 14 times an All-Star, Regular Season MVP, and MVP three times in the finals, that’s Finals Steve.”

Kerr: “Shaq?!”

Riley: “That’s right. You’re probably thinking, why would Rile’s part with such a Super Star, and how could YOU, afford such a valuable piece like Shaq? Don't worry Steve, that’s the easy part. What’s important is, you reclaiming the lead in the West and bringing that Trophy home.”

Kerr: “But I heard Shaq was hurting.”

Riley: “Don’t believe all that stuff you read in the papers and NBA injury reports. Shaq was just playing possum so we can get a lottery pick. He’s in the best shape of his career.

Steve, you hate the Lakers don’t you? And you want to win the title? Then Shaq is the perfect fit for your system. He's just what you need, right?

Trust me Steve, just give us that malcontent, Marion, and we’ll take Banks lousy contract off your hands, then Rile’s will make it alright for Stevie.”

Kerr: “I don’t know Pat, It sounds really good, but I’ve got to talk to the owner.”

Riley: “Steve, this deal won’t last. Dallas is trying to get him right now as we speak. You delay, and you might miss an opportunity of a lifetime.

You're hurting my feelings. Its only because you’re my friend that I’m willing to give my buddy, Steve Kerr, such a smoking deal.

What do you say Steve, have we we got a deal?"

Kerr: “Yeah, let's do it! Send the papers over for me to sign”

Riley: “That's my boy Steve, you won’t regret it. Guaranteed Championship! And can we say, Exec of the year?!”

You must admit, this guy is slick. The Suns never had a chance.

You are a legend in your own time.

Pat Riley, I salute you.


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