Shaq scored 22 points, got 14 rebounds and four blocked shots. One of his blocks came in the final seconds of the game. The Los Angeles Lakers beat Miami 81-79. Once again O'Neal struggled from the free-throw line, sinking only two in 11 tries. We had Shaquille and Kobe somewhat under control.
Players have to step up and be players.
They need to make the shots they get paid to make. If they don't, they are probably going to go home losers. There was plenty of switcheroo in Tuesday's matchup. Miami had their chance to even the score in the final minute, but O'Neal blocked Brian Grant's shot from close range with 4.1 seconds to play. Miami's Tim Hardaway picked up the ball, but when he shot an air ball from 15 feet the time expired.