Shaq going to Cleveland?

Analysts have reported that there have been trade rumors between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Phoenix Suns. This trade would send Ben Wallece and Sasha Pavlovic the the Suns for Shaquille O'neal. The Cavs would most likely be doing this trade because Shaq is one of the few people that can keep Dwight Howard in check. After their departure from the playoffs by the hands of the magic, Cleveland has been looking for blood. They need Shaq to help establish defense in the paint, and Shaq can definately do that, despite his age. There will be more on this issue as this discussion continues.

Video Games reveal Finals Superstars

Just Released over the last or so, NBA Live and NBA 2K has announced their cover athletes. NBA Live has chosen Slam dunk champion, reigning defensive player of the year award, and current eastern conference champion Dwight Howard, performing his "Superman" Dunk on the cover. 2K Sports has chosen the one who (unfortunately) defeated him, 4-Time NBA champion, just winning his 4th championship, Kobe Bryant showimg why he is called "The Black Mamba" showing the crowd his #24. Both games are expected to be released in early to mid-September.

Lakers Capture 15th title

After much turbulation without Shaq to lead them, Kobe Bryant has finally won himself a ring without him. The Magic clearly did not have it in game 5, and the Lakers took advantage. The Lakers looked unstoppable as they got their 15th, Phil Jackson's 10th, and Kobe's 4th. Just like back in the 80's, a year after the Celtics win a ring, the Lakers are sure to follow, and Kobe has had himself a season, getting an All-Star MVP, Western Conference title, a Gold Medal in the Beijing Olympics, and an NBA championship in the same year.

The End is near

Well one out of two ain't bad. The anticipated LeBron and Kobe series of destiny has unfortunately been put to an abrupt halt. LeBron and his streaky shooting Cavs had their flaws get the best of them, as the Orlando Magic in 6 games defeated basketball royalty. However, with LeBron out of the way, Kobe has a much better chance of winning the Finals... Not! The Lakers have a 1-3 record against the Magic over the past two sesons, and Pau Gasol has an average of 4 fouls a game against the magic. And to ice the cake, it is bwcomingba possibility that the beloved Jameer Nelson is coming back! The Mgic certainly have the momentum as well the resources to win the whole thing. But there's one huge factor that put the Lakers at an even playing field with Orlando: Kobe Bryant. Look Magic fans, Kobe is hungry, and when your hungry you get mean, and when Kobe is mean, he's practically unstoppable. The Lakers are not going to pass up this opprotunity to win a ring, at least not without a fight. Kobe a going to lead his Lakers to victory, but I do think that this series can go to seven games if the Magic can keep the shooters open, a gain a little more paint game, because Dwight can't do it by yourself. The Lakers have plenty of weapons, but so does the Orlando Magic. Will Kobe Bryant give his all to get the lakers their 15th NBA Championship, ans Phil Jackson's 10th?Or will the reigning defensive player of the year, Dwight Howard put yet another stamp in history against one of the greatest franchises to be in this position? It all starts with game 1tonight in Los Angeles 9:00 eastern time on ABC. Be There.