Lakers?
Yeah, but the Lakers had 3 stars: Kobe, Jackson & Shaq.
Kobe wanted 20 million plus, Jackson wanted 15, Shaq 30.
So far the Heat don't have to pay Wade 20 million. Would the HEAT pay Shaq 30 and Wade 20? Probably not. I'm still waiting to see what the HEAT will pay Shaq next year.
Wade has been the difference for the HEAT. Odem has played below par for the LAKERS.
Sounds like Pat Reily has been able to manage Shaq, so far. He's in good shape. Course, maybe it's the Florida weather that helps Shaq's toe.
Look how well the HEAT are doing without a coach like Phil Jackson. That might give the edge to Detroit in the playoffs. (better coaching)