By M&C People Feb 7, 2008, 17:23 GMT
Basketballer Shaq O'Neal has traded the humidity of Miami for a drier heat in Arizona.
Four-time NBA champion Shaquille O'Neal was traded from the Miami Heat to the Phoenix Suns in a three-player deal that sees Shawn Marion and Marcus Banks go to Miami, the Suns reported on 06 February 2008. EPA/LARRY W. SMITH
Now according to KTAR talk radio, the popular Sheriff Joe Arpaio claims he is excited that Shaq's coming to his town.
Reportedly Arpaio "deputized" Shaquille O'Neal, now a player for the Phoenix Sun - two years ago.
"Actually, I made him a colonel after he won the NBA championship (with the Miami Heat in 2006)," Arpaio said after learning of the trade.
"He's a great addition to the Valley. He's a good guy and likes law enforcement, and I hope he'll be good for the Phoenix Suns."
The sheriff added, ``I'm glad he's coming out to my turf. I'm hoping we'll recruit him for our posse. Maybe we'll go after illegal immigrants and other crime."
Arpaio expressed "concern" to KTAR: "The only problem I have is he keeps saying he wants to run for sheriff in Florida or California. I hope he doesn't get any ideas here in Phoenix. However, I'd beat him anyway."
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