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[QUOTE="JLine, post: 3399607, member: 1683"]
Absolutely. He was so solid that it almost looked effortless, like he wasn’t even trying all that hard. He just got the job done. People consistently put Shaq, and others ahead of him when there’s something on Facebook, or other forums about putting together a starting lineup of all time greats.

I grew up a Magic fan because of Shaq, Penny, and Dennis Scott. I’d spend hours in my backyard firing up threes to be like Dennis. Some may be too young, or they just discount the ‘95 Finals because Shaq was arguably not at his best yet, and his career stats against Hakeem do give him the slight edge. Along with a 14-6 record. But, the Dream outscored him in all 4 games in the Finals, leading them to the sweep. Nick Anderson is to thank for a huge role in that, but I’m still taking the Dream all day in this matchup, and Shaq is one of my all time favorites.

Shaq as a Laker is tough not to go with, but damn could Olajuwon put on a show offensively, then protect the rim as well as nearly everyone. He didn’t have as much of the huge blocks into the stands, or a finger wag. Instead he tried to keep the ball in play for a teammate to grab. Some folks just don’t appreciate the fundamentals as much as they do the exciting, highlight reel plays. Even though his offensive moves were so dynamic that they looked easier than they really were. He was just so damn smooth with it, and was one of a kind that we will probably never see again with the way the league has evolved.
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