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Should Shaq Retire?

Shaquille O'Neal in my opinion has been one of or "the" most dominant players in the NBA whether you like him or not. He started a very significant college career at LSU who I am a fan of. 18 years and couting in the NBA with the rookie of the year award for the Orlando Magic. 3 Championships with the L.A. Lakers, 1 with the Miami Heat, a season or two with the Phoenix Suns, and now teamed up with LeBron on the Cleveland Cavaliers. He's had various all-star game selections as well. It's obvious that when teams make moves to get Shaq that they want a shot at the NBA title. But do you think Shaq is past his time with the new breed of center such as Dwight Howard or can he still get the job done without countless offensive fouls getting called on him?

| Closed on 11/06/09 at 05:00PM
FanIQ Pts? No | NBA, Cleveland Cavaliers | Multiple Choice Opinion Poll
Teams: Shaquille O'Neal

42 Fans
29%	a. Yes
62%	b. No
10%	c. He Will Never Retire

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#2 \| 47 days ago coach7 (+)	He should've been retired he's a fossil trying to get by with another young superstar SHAQ needs to stop! SOFT A$$ Dwight Howard took his nickname (SUPERMAN) so you know it's time!!!!! Yes
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#1 | 48 days ago

Luweezyana (+)

I think he should have retired before this seaon but now that he's on the Cavs, whether they win it all or not. He should retire after this season.

Yes

#2 | 47 days ago

coach7 (+)

He should've been retired he's a fossil trying to get by with another young superstar SHAQ needs to stop! SOFT A$$ Dwight Howard took his nickname (SUPERMAN) so you know it's time!!!!!

Yes

#3 | 47 days ago

dragonzblade3232 (+)

Why should he Retire like Farve if someone is gonna give you alot of green why pass it up. Plenty of people want Bret Farve to Retire but who in there right mind would turn down 25 million dollars no one on this planet unless there is more cash of course

#4 | 47 days ago

Luweezyana (+)

So that's what it is? He's hanging around for the money? I can agree with that, but as far as ability he doesn't seem to be that dominant anymore. Favre still has the ability to get it done but I believe he plays because he loves football more than the money. Those are my opinions though.

Yes

#5 | 47 days ago

ojekeme1 (+)

Here is Shaq's stat line from last season (http://www.nba.com/playerfile/shaquille_oneal/career_stats.html). Tell me how many other centers in the NBA put up those kinds of numbers.

08-09

PHX

30.0

0.609

0.000

0.595

2.5

5.9

8.4

1.7

0.6

1.4

2.24

3.40

17.8

I'll take a washed up 60% fg shooting 8-1/2 rebound grabbing 18 point a night scoring Shaq anytime.

#6 | 47 days ago

CutterTML (+)

He's in for 18 years... that's way more than the average NBA player spends in the league... Quit while you're ahead

Yes

#7 | 47 days ago

Luweezyana (+)

(Edited by Luweezyana)

Disregard this post, i can't delete it

Yes

#8 | 47 days ago

Luweezyana (+)

I see, that's a good point. Do you will think it will be enough for the Cavs to win the NBA Championship?

Yes

#9 | 47 days ago

kobe_lova (+)

3 years ago!!

#10 | 46 days ago

dragonzblade3232 (+)

Luweezyana wrote:

LOL Pro Sports are mostly about money if you don't think so you really don't know. Have you ever seen a player take a lesser deal because he love the team sometimes it does but its about the pay day Favre was Given 25 million dollar who in the hell would pass that up and shaq will retire after his contract why quit if you still have money left I wouldn't . Yea he may love the sport but I think if your a certain athlete like shaq you can pick when you wanna leave he earned that much no matter what people think

#11 | 46 days ago

garciabears54 (+)

coach7 wrote:

He should've been retired he's a fossil trying to get by with another young superstar SHAQ needs to stop! SOFT A$$ Dwight Howard took his nickname (SUPERMAN) so you know it's time!!!!!

Coach!!! Your perception of sports is AWESOME!!! You see it for what it is and you let the truth come on out!! Even though I believe he can have one more good year with the CAV's. After this year though, I believe he should retire. I WILL ALWAYS HAVE LOVE FOR HIM FOR WHAT HE WAS ABLE TO BRING TO L.A. and I still wear his Laker Jersey!!

#12 | 46 days ago

Luweezyana (+)

dragonzblade3232 wrote:

I know and I see what you're saying. I should have worded the question "Based on his Athletic Ability, Should Shaq Retire?" Cuz we all know "most" players will keep playing as long as they're healthy and getting good money.

Yes

#13 | 46 days ago

CowboyFan1 (+)

My feelings on him go back and forth. Depending on who he is playing and how he acts. I think he does use that huge body of his to hurt other players when they go into the paint. Lets face it,on almost any play he could be called for a foul...they just don't.

#14 | 46 days ago

donna101165 (+)

I believe he is planning on retiring. While watching the Shaq VS (think that was the name of it) show he had said he was doing the show for cross training cause he wanted to be in the best shape he could to get 1 more ring before he retired. As he talked sounded like this was going to be his last year. He's got plenty of money so probable still around cuz he loves the game.

Yes

#15 | 46 days ago

Dazzleme (+)

Why should he retire, if he is good at his game, then let him go on!!! Nothing worse then people telling you what you should and shouldn't do with your life!!! If you're good at something that you enjoy doing or playing then more power to you!!!

He Will Never Retire

#16 | 46 days ago

naturallyholistic (+)

Shaquille O'Neal has always on other ventures outside of basketball. I think that playing in Cleveland with LeBron james will help both players. O'Neal is still the best center in the league. In Phoenix, he was with a team that struggled in the half court.

Yes

#17 | 46 days ago

kobe_lova (+)

Dazzleme wrote:

i think the question is based on him not being as good as he once was. and i know, i know...who is?

#18 | 46 days ago

spyder6665 (+)

i think he's got a few more good years in him

#19 | 46 days ago

imangela45 (+)

garciabears54 wrote:

Yes i do.

#20 | 46 days ago

johnshirey54 (+)

(Edited by johnshirey54)
coach7 wrote:

He should've been retired he's a fossil trying to get by with another young superstar SHAQ needs to stop! SOFT A$$ Dwight Howard took his nickname (SUPERMAN) so you know it's time!!!!!

Sorry, my mess-up.

#21 | 45 days ago

myrna_ventura (+)

I believe Shaq has to play his sports until such time there are Teams signing him in since we all know he's one of the best Center that NBA got so far and that he can still command a good amount for his services. As long as other Teams needs his services I think Shaq has to play his sports and we'll see him in this NBA coming season.

#22 | 45 days ago

bearcub1 (+)

I feel SHAQ will do what is best for the team when the time is right. He is a talented man and would never do anything to hurt his teammates or fans.

#23 | 45 days ago

tblack637 (+)

Love hin or hate him, after 17 yrs, (Shaqfinity) still commands a double team. This just might be the player Lebron needs to get him his first ring. Afterall, who else has oppossing teams had to focus on ? Mo Williams ? He hasn't fallen off that much where I see teams posting the Disel up ! 18ppg, 60%fg, 8rpg Retire ? I don't think so !

#24 | 42 days ago

dragonzblade3232 (+)

Luweezyana wrote:

Maybe but he still has something in the tank and he one of those players that no matter what should leave when he want to leave no matter what thats my view and as long he still can dunk and block let him play

#25 | 42 days ago

bamf528 (+)

Shaq didn't really fit into the Suns system but played awesome while he was here. He showed flashes of dominance and even set a personal and nba best for FG%. Definitely shouldn't be playing starter minutes but trust me he's got a couple good years left. Lets just hope he doesn't make any more movies or cds after he retires...

He Will Never Retire

#26 | 42 days ago

lavachk1 (+)

Shaq is just doing what he loves. It isn't about the money, Lord knows he has already made a killin' His pad in FL will tell you that much. Leave him be, he is great and will retire when he feels he is ready!

#27 | 42 days ago

Luweezyana (+)

Thanks everyone for your comments and opinions

Yes

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#	Name	FanIQ	Answer (Red= You Disagreed)
42	ironhead_mike 11/06/2009 04:15PM		No
41	Frankie_D 11/06/2009 03:24AM		No
40	Jahiegel 11/05/2009 10:11PM		Yes
39	solomonrichardson96 11/03/2009 08:44AM		No
38	ehnryrigaud 10/16/2009 05:37PM		No
37	qtowndogg 10/15/2009 12:03PM		No
36	sana_gul185 10/15/2009 05:25AM		He Will Never Retire
35	lavachk1 10/13/2009 04:24PM		No
34	masterpiecejk 10/13/2009 12:14PM		Yes
33	bamf528 10/13/2009 03:19AM		He Will Never Retire
32	u8lizard 10/10/2009 11:17PM		Yes
31	wilywood 10/10/2009 09:33PM		No
30	tblack637 10/10/2009 08:02PM		No
29	kteacher 10/10/2009 01:25AM		No
28	navarroave 10/09/2009 11:43PM		Yes
27	spyder6665 10/09/2009 08:24PM		No
26	PuckahoIic 10/09/2009 04:53PM		Yes
25	qahira72 10/09/2009 04:21PM		No
24	liontamer1 10/09/2009 02:13PM		No
23	naturallyholistic 10/09/2009 01:30PM		Yes
22	sweetgirl5398 10/09/2009 01:23PM		No
21	Dazzleme 10/09/2009 01:13PM		He Will Never Retire
20	wILLIERDAVIS 10/09/2009 01:12PM		Yes
19	brownsugar196 10/09/2009 01:01PM		No
18	donna101165 10/09/2009 12:44PM		Yes
17	skonieczkideborah 10/09/2009 12:18PM		No
16	JCAL9 10/09/2009 11:23AM		Yes
15	kokomojo5 10/09/2009 11:16AM		No
14	CowboyFan1 10/09/2009 09:57AM		No
13	garciabears54 10/09/2009 09:28AM		No
12	CutterTML 10/08/2009 12:30PM		Yes
11	ojekeme1 10/08/2009 12:06PM		No
10	sacramentokingschris 10/08/2009 04:30AM		No
9	Talk2J 10/08/2009 02:43AM		No
8	dragonzblade3232 10/08/2009 01:03AM		No
7	coach7 10/08/2009 12:53AM		Yes
6	chevyim2008 10/07/2009 11:30PM		He Will Never Retire
5	doublea1995 10/07/2009 10:00PM		No
4	ukcatfan383 10/07/2009 08:43PM		No
3	joe_lindberg 10/07/2009 08:15PM		No
2	MJs_number1fan 10/07/2009 06:30PM		No
1	Luweezyana 10/07/2009 12:04PM		Yes