Tomorrow the Magic are looking to tie it up 2-2, and for their own sake they will need someone to step up the way how Raefer Alston did in game 2, because he may not be there if the Lakers give Shannon Brown or Jordan Famar added minutes. The could, dump down into Dwight more looking to get foul calls or ask him to use that hook shot that he's been exploring throughout these playoffs. If you haven't seen how Dwight Howard prepares for the season, we have many videos. And today we have one more:Also: Do you know why Dwight has been doing so well shooting free throws lately? Because he's been practicing taking 300 shots a day.
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