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Dwight Howard jokes he’s joining Lakers, but in a new role

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard joked about rejoining the team in a separate role for the organization. Howard was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in September, cementing his legacy as one of the game’s finest centers, who helped the Lakers to their 17th championship in 2020.

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NBA Legend Dwight Howard Remains Loyal to Lakers

Dwight Howard is looking forward to the return of the NBA season—and specifically—the return of the Los Angeles Lakers. On Tuesday night, the Lakers are set to battle it out against the Golden State Warriors to complete the opening slate of the 2025-2026 NBA season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 21

Dwight Howard Sends Message to Lakers Ahead of Season Opener

The Los Angeles Lakers will tip off their 2025-26 season on Tuesday when they face their bitter division rivals, the Golden State Warriors. More news: It’s Time for Lakers to Trade LeBron James While They Still Can Tuesday marks game one of 82 in a season that will be a massive one for the Purple and Gold.

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The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?

The 'Kobe Bryant Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active NBA scoring leaders' quiz

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Analysis Network / October 21

Dwight Howard reacts to Dyson Daniels signing $100m contract, disagrees with fans

The Atlanta Hawks and Dyson Daniels have agreed to a new contract extension. Last season, Dyson Daniels had the best year of his NBA career as he won the Most Improved Player award.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / October 15

Dwight Howard Says Joel Embiid Is The Only Center Who Could Challenge Prime Shaq

Dwight Howard believes Joel Embiid is the only modern center who could truly challenge prime Shaquille O’Neal. Speaking on the Curious Mike podcast, the

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 14

Dwight Howard says why Joel Embiid is ‘the only player’ who could have given Shaquille O’Neal ‘problems’

Dwight Howard was recently inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame after retiring from the NBA. The former Orlando Magic superstar was one of the most athletic big men in the history of the league.

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Dwight Howard Knows He Lit A Fire Under Nikola Jokic in 2020

Over the past few years, Nikola Jokic has become arguably the best player in the league. In the 2020s, he has three MVPs and a Finals MVP from the Denver Nuggets' championship in 2023.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Dwight Howard Makes Blunt Admission About Playing Against Shaquille O'Neal

Eight-time NBA All-Star Dwight Howard has been no stranger to headlines since his ultimate departure from the NBA in 2022. After the NBA, Howard took his talents to Taiwan, where he actively recruited NBA players like himself who had felt they’d been disrespected to join him overseas.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Dwight Howard Sends Message After Historic NBA Signing on Monday

The Milwaukee Bucks signed forward Alex Antetokounmpo to a two‑way contract on Monday, adding the youngest Antetokounmpo brother to teammates Giannis Antetokounmpo and Thanasis Antetokounmpo and creating the first instance in NBA history of three brothers holding active roster contracts with the same franchise.

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Dwight Howard Urges Russell Westbrook to Make $12 Million Move

Russell Westbrook supposedly received a big-money offer to play basketball abroad. Dwight Howard encouraged Westbrook: “Go make that bag overseas and enjoy your life.” Sacramento Kings are reportedly interested, but no NBA deal is finalized as of now.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 10

Russell Westbrook could snub Sacramento Kings to follow Dwight Howard and Tracy McGrady’s path with $12 million move

Russell Westbrook has a choice to make between waiting for the Sacramento Kings to sign him, or take a lucrative deal like other legends in the past. Russell Westbrook finds himself in a very difficult position.