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Dwight Howard Ranks Michael Jordan, LeBron James, And Kobe Bryant

Hall of Famer Dwight Howard was asked to rank Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant on the latest episode of Above The Rim with DH 12. After much deliberation, Howard decided against ranking the three in the traditional way and instead proclaimed them as the best in different categories.

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Dwight Howard Jokes That LeBron James Needs Another 20-Year Career to Surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s names usually come up together when debating a combination of longevity and legacy in the NBA. The two legends are not exactly on the best of terms, and after Dwight Howard’s Hall of Fame speech, there may be a little more fuel added to the fire.

Dwight Howard News / The SportsRush / September 15

How Hall of Famer Dwight Howard’s 'Delusional Belief' Led to Lakers Glory After Being Written Off Twice

Dwight Howard never managed to call any city home for too long after leaving the Orlando Magic in 2012, and there was a time when no team seemed willing to take a chance on him.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 13

Dwight Howard Explains What Happened With Lakers In 2020 Offseason That Led To Signing With 76ers

The 2019-20 Los Angeles Lakers had a perfect compliment of role players surrounding their superstar duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis that came together to win a championship.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 11

Dwight Howard On Difference Between Kobe Bryant And LeBron James: 'He Wants Everybody To Like Him'

Former NBA player and Hall of Famer Dwight Howard is among the few players who have had the opportunity to play alongside both Kobe Bryant and LeBron James.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / September 11

Michael Porter Jr., Dwight Howard, And Patrick Beverley React To Charlie Kirk's Shooting In Utah

Political activist and author Charlie Kirk was shot dead while addressing a gathering at the University of Utah. Following this incident, the internet was stunned by the videos that went viral of the incident, as the country stood still for a moment over what they had just witnessed.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 10

Dwight Howard says missing NBA's 75th anniversary team was a 'big slap in the face'

Former Orlando Magic great Dwight Howard was enshrined into the Basketball Hall of Fame this weekend. And the long-time big man isn't shy about reminding folks that he was deserving of making the NBA's 75th Anniversary team.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 9

Dwight Howard sends heartfelt message to former Magic coach during Hall of Fame speech

Dwight Howard was officially enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame over the weekend after 18 NBA seasons, including eight with the Orlando Magic (2004-12).

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 9

Dwight Howard: It Was ‘Big Slap In The Face’ To Not Make NBA 75th Anniversary Team

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard received the biggest honor possible last weekend as he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 9

Carmelo Anthony Explains Why He Hated Playing Against Dwight Howard

Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard entered the Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025 on Saturday. The two spoke about each other in the lead-up to the enshrinement ceremony, and Anthony revealed he hated playing against Howard.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / September 9

'It Wasn’t That We Had a Problem' – Former Los Angeles Lakers Star Admits True Feelings About Dwight Howard

For the longest time, fans believed that former Los Angeles Lakers big men Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard had beef. That is because they were always arguing on television and the internet, constantly taking shots at each other.

Orlando Magic News / Hardwood Heroics / September 9

'You Are My GOAT' – Ex-Orlando Magic Star Names Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the Greatest Player

When it comes to talking about who the GOAT is, it’s usually Michael Jordan and LeBron James. For ex-Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard, however, he believes that a big man is the GOAT in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 8

Dwight Howard Blames Rapper for Igniting Shaquille O’Neal Feud

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O'Neal and eight-time All-Star Dwight Howard had had a public disdain for each other over the years, but during Howard's recent enshrinement into the Basketball Hall of Fame, he took a moment to clear the air.

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NBA News / BasketballNews.com / September 8

Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard headline 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame class

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has officially unveiled its Class of 2025, and it’s a star-studded group featuring NBA greats, WNBA legends,

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 7

Former Wizards Center Enters Basketball Hall of Fame

One of the NBA's greatest big men to ever play the game was one of the many honorees this past weekend to be honored at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony.

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

Lakers Legend Shaquille O'Neal Insists He Never 'Had a Problem' with Dwight Howard

A longtime dispute between a pair of now-Hall of Fame former Los Angeles Lakers centers, Shaquille O'Neal and Dwight Howard, was apparently really never a dispute at all — at least, according to O'Neal.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 7

Dwight Howard Picks Kareem Abdul-Jabbar As His GOAT, Pays Tribute To NBA Legends In His Hall Of Fame Speech

Dwight Howard’s Hall of Fame speech was a mix of humor, gratitude, and reflection, a reminder of how much the game meant to him and how deeply he respected the legends who came before him.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / September 7

Dwight Howard credits Stan Van Gundy in Hall of Fame speech

Dwight Howard entered the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday night and made sure to thank the coach who helped guide him to his peak years with the Orlando Magic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 7

Watch: Highlights From Dwight Howard’s Hall Of Fame Induction

The Los Angeles Lakers have had plenty of stars walk through their franchise during their illustrious history. One of those was Dwight Howard, who notably spent three separate tenures with L.A.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / September 6

NBA Legend Dwight Howard Sends Fans Message After HOF Honor

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame opened its doors for Dwight Howard on Saturday night. The 39-year-old former NBA center beamed as he walked across the stage to be greeted by his guests.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 6

Dwight Howard Happy To Squash Beef With Shaquille O’Neal

Even though both have moved on now, the beef between Los Angeles Lakers legends Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard was very real for a long time. What started when both were still playing, continued on well after Shaq had retired.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 5

Looking Back at Dwight Howard’s Rockets Tenure as He Enters the Hall of Fame

As the NBA offseason carries into the final stage, the league will once again be welcoming another class of inductees into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 5

Lakers Champion Dwight Howard Reveals Truth Behind Exit From Team After 2020 Title

The last time the Los Angeles Lakers won a title was during the 2019-20 season. More news: Dwight Howard Opens Up on ‘Making Peace’ with Shaquille O’Neal The Lakers were one of the best teams that season from start to finish and proved that to be the case almost a year later.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 3

Dwight Howard Opens Up on ‘Making Peace’ with Shaquille O’Neal

Former Los Angeles Laker center Dwight Howard opened up on his relationship with Laker great Shaquille O’Neal, with whom he was at odds with for years.