can someone tell me when the press conference is!?

Moochthemonkey · Post #1 » by **Moochthemonkey** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:01 pm

i coud've sworn they said during the game yesterday that it was at 10:00 AM, i cant see it anywhere on TV right now tho, so can someone be kind enough to tell me the time and channel? :evil:

Thanks!

eastsidecrossover · Post #2 » by **eastsidecrossover** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:06 pm

It is on FSN at 10. I am listening to ktar.com right now and I think they are going to broadcast it. If not, got to 620 am.

Moochthemonkey · Post #3 » by **Moochthemonkey** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:08 pm

on FSN I'm just getting some lameass add > : ( you do mean 10 AM right?

i'll check the site, thanks for the help bro!

Moochthemonkey · Post #4 » by **Moochthemonkey** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:09 pm

alright nvm, the adds are done. Thanks again!

Consequence · Post #5 » by **Consequence** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:11 pm

It's streaming live from NBA.com as well. Shaq hasn't come out yet.

BringinDaRuckus · Post #6 » by **BringinDaRuckus** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:14 pm

It's on right now. Watching it on FSN.

Shaq looks like he has slimmed down.

Kerr talking. Thanking Marion for what he has done for the Suns and thanking Sarver and Mike.

Post #7 » by **B Mac** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:15 pm

Its on NBAtv right now as well.

BringinDaRuckus · Post #8 » by **BringinDaRuckus** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:17 pm

Shaq talking about being on the team. Calling us a damn good team. Wanting to help and get over the hump. Going to make everyone better but Nash, because Nash is already great.

He said he'll make Amare better.

He acknowledges he will "ignite" the break with grabbing rebounds and throwing the outlet pass. Saying those will be surprised what he will bring.

BringinDaRuckus · Post #9 » by **BringinDaRuckus** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:22 pm

-Shaq wasn't surprised abotu trade. He wanted the trade to happen. Wants to be Amare's big brother and get him to that next level. Making Amare the top power forward in the league and it's Shaq's new project.

-Shaq is looking forward to make people eat their words. Shaq will run with this team.

-Excellent medical staff and starting treatments and regimens. Slide in quietly.

-Hopes to play before the All-Star break. "Hopefully" he said.

-Said he doesn't have a reation to all the haters saying the trade was horrible. If Shaq gets upset, he wins Championships. Very funny guy.

-Looking forward for getting extension of $200 million contract because our medical staff will extend his career ten years.

BringinDaRuckus · Post #10 » by **BringinDaRuckus** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:29 pm

-He is the Assisstant and General Vice Manager of the Suns now. LOL

-Thanked Steve for bringing him to the land of shooters. He is looking forward to making Raja Bell the highest percentage shooter in the league.

-Nothing hurts on the body. Told reporter he can take him in a room and examine for himself. LOL

-Did not forsee this trade.

-Start marketing his shirts. Start the marketing. LOL

-He said no one will pass Bill Russell in terms of rings. He wants 6 Rings so have can be in the same "breathera" as MJ and Magic.

-Kerr and Mike joked about being okay with him getting just his 5th.

dm17415 · Post #11 » by **dm17415** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:33 pm

Shaq looks like he has really trimmed down.

theGreatRC · Post #12 » by **theGreatRC** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:33 pm

Shaq is cracking me up.

BringinDaRuckus · Post #13 » by **BringinDaRuckus** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:35 pm

-Left on a professional level with Pat Riley. Said the Heat were a classy organization.

-15 years ago he tore down the backboard. "That was yesterday, get your facts straight boy!" LOL Shaq with whitty comments.

-Said the reason why the Suns haven't won was because they lacked a Big Man. Amare was good but he needs to be back at natural position at PF.

-Said the Suns were close last year without those "calls" and "scuffles".

-Said he has a lot left in terms of gas in the tank. Joked about not even having a car out in AZ and reporter talking about having gas. LOL

-He told a reporter to spell "invigerate".

-Reporter asked if anyone told him purple looks good on him (he was wearing a purple shirt and tie) and he responds "I already knew that young lady." LOL

-Holding up 32 jersey. Conference over.

eastsidecrossover · Post #14 » by **eastsidecrossover** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:44 pm

the dude is funny, and will bring that spark in the locker room we need. I am excited about this and hope it all works out.

BigDaddyPR · Post #15 » by **BigDaddyPR** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:44 pm

I honestly dont understand why so many people hate Shaq, yeah hes been lazy before with the Lakers but the guy is a transparent, humble guy. He is clearly ecstatic about playing here in pho, hes accepting his role and looking foward to it, and he will deff bring some humor in that locker room.

How can you not love a guy that admitted that his PRAYERS were answered when he found out he was traded to Phoenix. Thats says a lot about him imo.

DBurks2818 · Post #16 » by **DBurks2818** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:48 pm

At the very least he'll make everyone happier and thus play with more passion. You'll love the Shaq effect.

The only reason he hasn't been effective this year is because he hasn't had shooters to kick the ball out to. Look at the Heat's record last year after DW's shoulder injury: 17-7. Why? Because Shaq anchored the team with EJ, Posey and Kapono simply hitting open looks outside.

Trust me, this was a good trade for you guys as long as Shaq is healthy come playoff time.

fuhgidabowdit · Post #17 » by **fuhgidabowdit** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:56 pm

shaq is one of my fav. players of all time, i cant believe how people can disrespect this guy, saying bynum is going to tear him apart, this is the best thing to happen to the suns organization, right up there with getting nash and barkley, shaq is a legend on the court and off the court, he will get involved in our community like crazy, he is one of the biggest star world wide, right up there with jordan, everyone knows this guy, the suns will sell shaq jerseys like crazy, this is BIG news! i just cant believe there are doubters out there with this move. unbelievable!

jlove_26 · Post #18 » by **jlove_26** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 5:56 pm

I've said this since the trade went through. Shaq has plenty left in the tank. If you were making $20mil/year, playing on a team that is rebuilding and is the worst team in the league, would you play all out? I think not. If you caught the Press Conference on ESPN, Tim Leghler said pretty much the same thing. With those circumstances, an injury that would normally keep you out 3-4 games, turns into 3-4 weeks. Like Shaq said himself, he makes everyone around him better, and when he has great shooters around him, it makes it easier for everyone on the team. This is a great move for the Suns. Also, for those of you who think the Suns will be in trouble financially in 2009-2010 when Shaq is gonna make $20mil and the Heat wont be paying Marion anymore, I wouldn't be too worried. My belief is if the Suns can win the title this year, Shaq may stay next to go for his 6th ring, but I don't see him staying the next 2 1/2 years left on his contract. He will retire prior to his last year under contract, especially if he has 6 rings. He mentioned it in the conference that he wants to be mentioned in the same "breathera" as Wilt, Jordan, etc.

D-Wade · Post #19 » by **D-Wade** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 6:05 pm

Serious Question:

I caught the end of the PC, any reason why he looked teary-eyed?

pidi · Post #20 » by **pidi** » Thu Feb 7, 2008 6:48 pm

what a classy guy, i started laughin in the middle and never stopped
it, he