Shaq tired of being "screwed" by the refs

The Miami Heat's first round opponent in the Eastern Conference playoffs has been favorable so far, having the edge with the team's multiple dimensional offense and star power. However, things haven't been going smooth For their star Center. The refs have racked up the fouls on Shaq, which has got him all riled up. After Game 3 in the best of 7 series, Shaq publicly criticized the refs for their poor officiating. The league saw this as a blatant verbal attack, refusing to condone such behavior. As a result Shaq was fined $25,000.

Expecting a big name superstar like Shaq to keep his mouth shut is impossible. He's going to express himself whether people like it or not. While in the heat of battle this man is known to throw his weight around in the low post and send opposing players to the floor by shoving, jabbing, kneeing, and elbowing (when he clobbers players coming to the basket they can only hope he doesn't break their bones or crack a rib cage). This just means he's a physical player. It doesn't qualify him for an automatic foul every time down the court.

At the moment the Heat are up 2-1 in the series against the Bulls. The main concern for Miami is shutting down Ben Gordon (scored 30 points in Game 1) and point guard Kirk Hinrich. In the meantime Shaq will have to keep his emotions in check and co-exist with the referees. He can get offensive support from Dwayne Wade, who will be trying to put together another terrific all-around performance, dare say...a triple-double. I look for Miami to head to the second round with brimming confidence.

Pat Riley will have his squad ready for any late-game surprise design plays if needed. With Antoine Walker and Jason Williams coming off the bench, producing and playing valuable minutes the Heat have nothing to worry about. All Shaq Diesel needs to do is keep his mind on the game, refrain from cursing at the refs to avoid technical fouls, and bring his best game. If one ref in particular though continually makes crappy calls he should be replaced or heckled nonstop by the crowd while they throw trash on the court.