As is now well known, Orlando Magic star center Dwight Howard has given a trade request to general manager Otis Smith. However, ever since that request was made public, Howard has sent several messages through the media that would seem he may change his mind.
Howard sent another one of those mixed messages over the weekend when he told the media that the Magic need to relax during the upcoming all-star break and focus on turning their attention to the NBA playoffs. Meanwhile, Howard has also said that nothing has changed with his request and he still looking for a trade.
The all-star festivities are set for this upcoming weekend in Orlando. With Howard receiving a league high of all-star votes, the Magic were always certain to keep him through the all-star break rather than have him play in the game with another team’s jersey on. But with Howard’s recent comments, the question still remains whether or not he really wants to leave Orlando.
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