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Kobe Bryant: The comparisons are #apples2oranges Wonder what the perception would be if M played wit @shaq instead #differentroles #differentcareerpaths Twitter @kobebryant

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A documentary movie about the long-time political prisoner Mumia Abu-Jamal (Mumia: Long Distance Revolutionary) had been scheduled to open at the Cineplex-12 Theater in Newark, N.J., this spring. The documentary has been playing to full houses on extended runs in more than 20 cities in the U.S. and Canada, including Oakland, New York, Philly, New Orleans, Seattle, D.C, and Calgary, and the Newark theater had planned a gala opening--until Shaquille O'Neal, co-owner of the theater, stepped in and cancelled it at the last minute. Indibay

Shaquille O'Neal 

Mumia supporters including the documentary filmmaker Stephen Vittoria demonstrated at the Newark theater. In Oakland protesters came to the NBA playoff game from the Oakland Teachers for Mumia, the Labor Action Committee to Free Mumia Abu-Jamal, and the Port Workers Solidarity Committee. The slogans on the pickets signs included: “Shame on Shaq”, “Show the Movie”, and “Say It Ain't So Shaq”, and pointed out that while NBA superstar LeBron James spoke out for Trayvon Martin when that teenager was killed by a “reserve” wannabe cop, Shaquille O'Neal instead chose to attack Mumia. Indibay

Shaquille O'Neal 

Atlantic City plans to bring a $75 million development project, including a movie theater and supermarket, to a neighborhood near the Revel and Showboat casinos. The project would be backed in part by former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and a development company with which he has partnered, both sides said in a news release issued Thursday. The City Council approved the plan Wednesday night involving Boraie (Bo-RAY') Development for the south Inlet neighborhood. It will include a Shaq Cityplex movie theater, as well as homes, shops and offices. O'Neal says when the project is done, "visitors will see what my team's vision is for Atlantic City and our commitment to the urban center." Newark Star-Ledger

Shaquille O'Neal 

Atlantic City plans to bring a $75 million development project, including a movie theater and supermarket, to a neighborhood near the Revel and Showboat casinos. The project would be backed in part by former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal and a development company with which he has partnered, both sides said in a news release issued Thursday. The City Council approved the plan Wednesday night involving Boraie (Bo-RAY’) Development for the south Inlet neighborhood. It will include a Shaq Cityplex movie theater, as well as homes, shops and offices. Courier-Post

Shaquille O'Neal 

Like many of us, Kendrick Perkins was watching TNT on Monday night, enjoying two of the better games these NBA Playoffs have offered up. Chicago shocked Miami and the Warriors collapsed in San Antonio, with the Inside the NBA crew there to talk about all of it. But, like most nights on this laid-back studio show, conversation shifted from current events. Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley started joking around. Then Shaq started talking about himself. You know, the usual. Shaq loving himself some Shaq. Oklahoman

Oklahoma City Thunder, Shaquille O'Neal, Kendrick Perkins, Charles Barkley 

But this time, for whatever reason, dedicated viewer Kendrick Perkins seemed to grow tired of it: "Do Shack ever stop talking about himself. SMH" Oklahoman

Oklahoma City Thunder, Shaquille O'Neal, Kendrick Perkins, Charles Barkley 

After Perkins struggled mightily throughout the Thunder loss (he now has 19 turnovers and 18 points in eight playoff games), Shaq used his postgame platform to take another couple jabs. “I need more out of the great Kendrick Perkins,” Shaq said, sarcastic and derogatory in his tone. “Kendrick Perkins dominated tonight. Four points. I won’t talk about myself Kendrick, I’ll just talk about you.” Oklahoman

Oklahoma City Thunder, Shaquille O'Neal, Kendrick Perkins, Charles Barkley 

Throughout the show, Shaq continued to drop little quips Perkins’ way, before denying any motive in a passive aggressive manner. “Ya’ll can’t be having no Twitter beefs,” Barkley said to Shaq. “I don’t have beefs, I speak from facts,” Shaq responded. “I was a bad man, what you want me to say? I was a bad man.” Oklahoman

Oklahoma City Thunder, Shaquille O'Neal, Kendrick Perkins, Charles Barkley 

Steve Popper: Shaq on @JasonCollins34 - "I've always liked his character. Character is found in those who lead." Twitter @StevePopper

Shaquille O'Neal, Jason Collins 

Jason Collins: I'm not afraid to take on any opponent. I love playing against the best. Though Shaquille O'Neal is a Hall of Famer, I never shirked from the challenge of trying to frustrate the heck out of him. (Note to Shaq: My flopping has nothing to do with being gay.) My mouthpiece is in, and my wrists are taped. Go ahead, take a swing -- I'll get up. I hate to say it, and I'm not proud of it, but I once fouled a player so hard that he had to leave the arena on a stretcher. SI.com

Washington Wizards, Shaquille O'Neal, Jason Collins 

The Orlando Magic are one of the youngest franchises in the NBA, which is a little hard to believe. They've made the NBA Finals twice, and featured some of the best and most iconic players of the past three decades: Shaquille O'Neal, Penny Hardaway, Grant Hill, Tracy McGrady, and Dwight Howard. And yet, the team is only coming up on its 25th anniversary next season. With that in mind, the Magic have unveiled a new logo to commemorate a quarter century of basketball. "This new look provides us an opportunity to reflect on where we've been and look forward to where we are headed," team CEO Alex Martins said in a press release. "Our silver season logo signifies the history we are creating each day—every game, every play, every moment really is history in the making." USA Today Sports

Orlando Magic, Shaquille O'Neal, Dwight Howard, Tracy McGrady, Penny Hardaway, Alex Martins, Grant Hill 

Greg Beacham: Dwight on Shaq's critiques: "I feel in today's society u should go to that person and say it to them, because people can twist and turn it." Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Shaquille O'Neal, Dwight Howard 

Arash Markazi: Dwight: "I don't compare myself to Shaq. I'm Dwight Howard. We just had some similar things happen to us." Twitter @ArashMarkazi

Los Angeles Lakers, Shaquille O'Neal, Dwight Howard 

Arash Markazi: Kobe when asked why he wasn't there in person for Shaq jersey retirement: "I appreciate you guys trying to start some s---. He's retired." Twitter @ArashMarkazi

Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal 

Kevin Ding: Kobe said he visited with Shaq when their paths crossed right at the start of halftime and he told Shaq how slim he looks. Twitter @KevinDing

Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal 

Kevin Ding: Shaq on Dwight: "He has the potential to be one of the greatest big men ever, but he has to want it." Twitter @KevinDing

Los Angeles Lakers, Shaquille O'Neal, Dwight Howard 

Kevin Ding: Great line by @Shaquille O'Neal about @Kobe Bryant: "A million good times and a thousand bad times ..." #SHAQ34 Twitter @KevinDing

Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal 

Shaquille O'Neal is famous for his big mouth, but is it bigger than Jimmy Kimmel's? Shaq is getting his number retired by the Los Angeles Lakers tonight, and when he appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday, he was presented a special challenge. The talk-show host challenged the Big Diesel to something called a Peep-off, to see how many of the marshmallow Easter candies the two could fit in their mouths. The results may surprise you. USA Today Sports

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With time healing all wounds, Kobe Bryant's eyes lit up surrounding Shaquille O'Neal's jersey retirement ceremony when the Lakers (38-36) play tonight against the Dallas Mavericks (36-37) at Staples Center. "It's going to be great," Bryant said following the Lakers' win Saturday over the Kings. "It's well-deserved, beyond well- deserved. I'm very very happy for him and proud of him." Long Beach Press-Telegram

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