O'Neal Wants to Play at 70%

Yet another injury related story on Shaquille O'Neal surfaced today, this time about Shaq's desire to return as soon a possible from his hip injury. Rather than take the full 2 weeks-1 month off as previously projected, he intends on returning when he is about 70% healthy.

I've already said my part regarding Shaq and his injury. Hip injuries can quickly turn serious if not properly healed, especially with a man his size. He should be contemplating retirement as is, much less coming back early from a hip injury that renders him nearly immobilized on the court.

I just hope he doesn't seriously injure himself out there, because I still love the guy. He's great for the fans and for the franchise as a celebrity, but his skills aren't where they used to be and that isn't being reflected in his pay.