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Former Los Angeles Lakers star Dwight Howard recently expressed his desire to rejoin the franchise for the 2024-25 NBA season. Howard won a title with the Lakers in 2020 and was a pivotal piece to their championship puzzle.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 14

Jeanie Buss & Dwight Howard Get To Bottom Of 2020 Free Agency

After a challenging playoff run in the Orlando bubble, the Los Angeles Lakers made their stay worth it by winning a championship in 2020. Before the NBA shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it became clear that L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 14

Jeanie Buss Finally Explains Why The 2020 Lakers Were Split Up

Dwight Howard was part of that title-winning 2019-20 Los Angeles Lakers team and on multiple occasions, has expressed his disappointment about that squad being quickly broken up.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 7

Two Former Lakers Centers Continue Long-Term Rivalry With Social Media Disses

The beef between Dwight Howard and Shaquille O'Neal has been one of the NBA's more publicized player rivalries, largely stemming from a mix of professional competition and personality clashes.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / October 6

Lakers NBA Champion Dwight Howard Reacts To LeBron And Bronny James History

On Sunday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers are playing the Phoenix Suns in California for their second preseason game. During the first half, the LeBron and Bronny James made NBA history by becoming the first father-son duo to share the floor together.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / October 5

Golden State Warriors Fans React to Ex-NBA Player Getting Scammed for $1M

It was reported on Friday that a man was convicted of scamming former NBA players Chandler Parsons and Dwight Howard of a combined $8M. “A Georgia businessman

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 5

Nine-Year NBA Veteran Scammed for $1M

It was reported by several outlets on Friday that a man had been convicted of defrauding two former NBA players for a combined $8M. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fastbreak on SI / October 5

NBA Legend Dwight Howard Reacts To Rudy Gobert's Instagram Post

Rudy Gobert is going into his 12th season in the NBA (and third with the Minnesota Timberwolves). The 2024 Defensive Player of The Year finished the season with averages of 14.0 points, 12.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.1 blocks per contest while shooting 66.1% from the field in 76 games.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 2

Shaquille O'Neal Throws Shade At Dwight Howard By Sharing Clip Of Chris Paul Posterizing Him

Shaquille O'Neal appears to have no interest in ending his beef with Dwight Howard. Just days after O'Neal and Howard got into a back-and-forth over the "Superman" nickname, the former threw shade at the latter by sharing a picture and a clip of Chris Paul posterizing him, on Instagram.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 30

Former 76ers Center Sends Message to 3-Time NBA All-Star

Just as a new wave of players enter the league every year, a wave of players leave the league, either for retirement or opportunities to play elsewhere.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 28

Dwight Howard Claims Shaquille O'Neal Sent Him Very Disrespectful Messages

Dwight Howard and Shaquille O'Neal have had a long-standing rivalry, primarily centered around the "Superman" nickname, a moniker O'Neal believes is rightfully his.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 28

Dwight Howard drops bold New York prediction after Karl-Anthony Towns trade

The Knicks trading for Karl Anthony-Towns shocked the entire NBA world on Friday night. Towns, a key piece of the Timberwolves’s ascension to contenders in the West, is now heading East as the Knicks look to become the primary challenger to the dominance of the defending champion Boston Celtics.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 28

Dwight Howard: Nets' Simmons 'Going to Have a Really Good Year'

As training camp rapidly approaches, support for Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons continues to pour out. On his "Above The Rim with DH 12" podcast, NBA legend Dwight Howard was full of optimism when discussing Simmons' potential resurgence.

NBA News / FirstSportz / September 28

'There is no real Superman!' – Dwight Howard BLASTS Shaquille O’Neal over nickname tussle

Not many present day fans got the opportunity to witness Dwight Howard and Shaquille O’Neal and their long-standing rivalry. This rivalry started with Howard’s use of a Superman cape during the 2008 Slam Dunk Contest.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 27

Dwight Howard, Shaq continue years-long beef

Just when you think the neverending beef between Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard might be over, it comes back once again to rehash old NBA drama. In

Memphis Grizzlies News / Fastbreak on SI / September 26

Lakers Champion Dwight Howard Sends Viral Message To Derrick Rose

Back in 2011, Dwight Howard and Derrick Rose were two of the best ten players in the NBA. That season, Rose won the MVP Award, while Howard came in second (and won Defensive Player of The Year).

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 21

Dwight Howard shuts down troll who criticized ex-Magic star’s post game

When Dwight Howard was playing in the NBA, he was one of the league’s more polarizing figures. The former Orlando Magic star drew the ire of Shaquille O’Neal who constantly threw jabs at Howard seemingly any chance he got.

NBA News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 21

Dwight Howard hilariously shows no one on DWTS can high five him

Former NBA star Dwight Howard kicked off his Dancing With The Stars career with a bang. Howard and partner Daniella Karagach dazzled the crowd and judges with their salsa routine to “This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordan, earning a score of 22 which was the second-highest of the night.

NBA News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 18

Dwight Howard, Daniella Karagach joke about DWTS height difference

Former NBA star Dwight Howard made his Dancing With The Stars debut on Tuesday night with partner Daniella Karagach. People were excited to see how the 6-foot-10 baller and 5-foot-3 dancer would be able to handle their staggering height difference.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 17

Dwight Howard has fans buzzing after Dancing with the Stars salsa performance

Since Dwight Howard last played in an NBA game in 2022, there have been frequent conversations regarding a comeback. When a team is lacking center depth, many fans immediately suggest the five-time All-NBA First-Team selection as an option.

NBA News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 17

Who is Daniella Karagach? Meet Dwight Howard's 'Dancing With The Stars' 33 partner

Dancing With The Stars returns for season 33 on Tuesday, September 17, with another star-studded class including several professional athletes. Former NBA star Dwight Howard is among the pros who will be hitting the dance floor.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 4