Mismatch

A recurring theme on ESPN Radio, Sportscenter, TNT pre- and post-game, and any other outlets that are broadcasting the NBA Finals is effusive praise for Tim Duncan. Now Duncan is a great player, in the discussion for the greatest power forward, a top 50 player all time, and soon to be a four-time champion. But if you could have either Shaq or Duncan for a career, of course you take Shaq. It isn't even close. I can't believe that the ESPN/TNT heads keep directly or indirectly bringing up that comparison. The dominant low post scorer of the modern era versus a guy who does the little things. Center versus power forward. Above the rim versus below the rim. A natural 300 lb versus a natural 240 lb. You don't have to break down the film like Jaworski in the NFL films vault to figure that out.