Why the Diesel Will Not Bring The Celtics a Championship

August 4th, 2010 by Matt Ravida Leave a reply »
The Celtics are a legendary and historic team. Who has had great players on their teams throughout the year. From the great Bill Russell, to Larry Bird, to Paul Pierce, and now to Shaquille O'Neal?

O'Neal was recently inked by the Celtics to the veterans minimum of $1.4 million over one season with Boston.

Many reports and articles have said that, "O'Neal is the missing piece or the player they needed in order for the Celtics to win a championship come next season. And knock off the Heat, Magic, and Lakers.

But I am here to give reasons on why I think adding O'Neal to the Celtics roster, is nothing more than a has been body, that is going to be sitting on the bench, giving the Celtics a few minutes here and there.

Just before you hate on me, put aside the name "Shaquille O'Neal", and take in what he has accomplished over the past few seasons...or what he has not accomplished, depending on how you put it.

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