It seems to me that the Suns are either hopelessly deluded about Shaq's health, remaing abilities or willingness to become a role player or they have capitulated and are willing to sacrifice their 7 seconds or less style of play.
This should be an interesting experiment because although it is going to completely change the way the Suns play it is possible that it could help them in the playoffs. I just don't see how the Suns are going to be able to keep using their fast break offense with O'Neal lumbering behind the play. And even if he only plays 20 to 25 minutes a night I'm not sure the team can adapt it's style of play so readily to his limitations.
But in the playoffs when the game slows down on its own, perhaps have a strong low post scorer and rebounder will help them avoid their annual flameout.
I also think they will be hurt by the loss of the defenseive prowess of Marion who was frequently effective at shutting down the opponent's best offensive player.
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