Overview
Full Name | Dwight David Howard II |
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Age | 37 |
Birthday | December 8, 1985 |
Birth Sign | Sagittarius |
Born | Atlanta, GA, United States |
Height | 6‘10" |
NBA Draft | 2004 – Round 1, Pick 1 |
Draft Team | Orlando Magic |
Current Team | Los Angeles Lakers |
Seasons in NBA | 18 (2004-present) |
NBA Championships | 1 (2020) |
All-Star Selections | 8 (2007-2014) |
All-NBA Selections | 8 (4x First Team) |
Defensive POY | 3 (2009, 2010, 2011) |
Rebounding Titles | 5 |
Blocks Titles | 2 |
Net Worth | $140 million |
As a longtime Orlando Magic fan, I‘ve eagerly followed Dwight Howard‘s NBA journey from promising rookie to future Hall of Famer. After 18 seasons, the 8-time NBA All-Star has cemented his legacy with legendary defense, rebounding, and rim-protection.
High School Dominance in Atlanta
Before he was "Superman," Dwight Howard…
Becoming the NBA‘s Best Big Man in Orlando
Watching Dwight Howard grow from a raw 18-year-old rookie to the NBA‘s most dominant center was magical for Orlando fans like myself…
Soaring and Stumbling in LA and Houston
Every Superman has a kryptonite, and Dwight‘s was nagging back injuries and tension with All-Star teammates…
The Twilight Years as a Wily Veteran
Some claim Dwight‘s best years are behind him now, but this wily veteran keeps proving the doubters wrong with his non-stop motor…
Defensive Dominance and Rebounding Mastery
During his prime years in Orlando, Dwight Howard was simply the best defender and rebounder I‘ve ever seen at the center position…
"He was a game changer on the defensive end of the floor. Just his presence back there, his shot-blocking, clogging the paint. Dwight won us a lot of games without having to score."
– Stan Van Gundy, former Magic Head Coach
Incredible Athleticism and Jaw-Dropping Dunks
Sure, I loved rooting for Dwight swatting shots left and right. But sometimes I‘d find myself on the edge of my seat for his high-flying dunks…
Dedication to Community Service and Charity
Beyond his superhuman abilities on the court, Dwight has always been a class act dedicating time and money to improving his community…
The Legacy of Dwight Howard
After 18 strong NBA seasons, Dwight Howard will go down as one of the most unique talents Basketball has seen. His imposing physique and incredible athletic gifts as a big man made him a force like no other…