[BenR2]

Actually, I have. I went to LSU at the same time as he did, and we had some common friends.

Okay. We are about even, then, I guess. I am from San Antonio (where he played high school ball), and have talked to folks who knew him. Also, my son has spoken to him in non-basketball situations a couple times. They got along famously, even though my son is an admitted Spurs fan. (Now Shaq really DOES hate the Spurs -- even more than he hates Ming!)

I'll call it a draw: You have your reasons for your post; I have mine for mine. No one says we have to agree on this matter, right?

FRegards. BenR2

[BenR2]

I am from San Antonio

I should have said: I have lived in San Antonio for about 9 years. (Not really "from" here, originally.)

[danneskjold]

agreed...

Anyway, my main complaint with Shaq is in his attitude toward the sport of basketball. If he doesn't want to give 100% each time out, then he should quit.