Thanks guys! Replies:
To CrazyManDan: After cutting a player, I duplicate the layer, and either gaussian or radial blur the bottom layer 1-2 pixels, which give it a smoother look, and then flatten the image. And, if the picture is larger than needed, I find that when you re-size it, it actually seems to smooth the edges nicely as well.
To S0S: No, I actually live in Canada. The Gasol signature was for a competition, so that's why I made it.
To anyone: I've got to enter one of my two Henry versions into a competition, so all comments appreciated on which looks better (as of now, i've had a vote for each )