I was actually impressed with how well Shaq played last year. The Cavs are desperate to do something, because if he can't win in Cleveland(and possibly even if he can), James is heading to a big market after next year.
They had no answer for the Magic's big men, and that's why they made this deal. But at this point, Howard > O'Neil.
And their starting pg was injured the entire series versus the cavs. The smell blood, and they aren't afraid to spend money....I'd be surprised if Orlando didn't make another move.