Big Trades Overshadow NBA Draft

by Matt SteinmetzFiled under: Cavaliers, Hawks, Knicks, Magic, Spurs, Wizards, NBA Draft, NBA TransactionsThere was a lot of activity in the NBA this week, and we're not just talking about the draft. Some of the NBA's big names and better teams were in on it.Here's a quick look at the trades that went down and what they mean:The Deal: Phoenix sends Shaquille O'Neal to Cleveland for Sasha Pavlovic, Ben Wallace, a second-round pick in 2010 and cash.The Thinking: The Cavaliers get an aging O'Neal, with the hope that he can have a productive year playing alongside LeBron James. The only way this trade is a success is if the Cavaliers are the 2009-10 NBA champions. For the Suns, trading O'Neal means that they are beyond tinkering and are leaning toward turning over the personnel of a team that missed the playoffs last season. More Coverage: Trade Sends Shaq 'Over the Edge' | Jennings Steals Show Big Trades Overshadow NBA Draft originally appeared on Fanhou...