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Team: Los Angeles Lakers
Age / DOB:  (27) / 12/8/1985
Ht / Wt:  6'11' / 265
College: None
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According to Ric Bucher, Dwight Howard is not interested in signing with the Warriors or Hawks.
We told you to buckle up for this wild ride, and it's already rumor-monger season in regards to Dwight Howard. Bucher writes that Howard never had legitimate interest in joining the Warriors, and he's wary of playing in Atlanta because it's his hometown. Bucher adds that Howard has "softened" his stance on joining the Rockets, but his original list of teams he was interested in included Brooklyn, Los Angeles (Lakers) and Dallas. Right now, it appears the Lakers, Mavs and Rockets are the three legitimate options. May 24 - 9:23 AM
Source: Ric Bucher on Sulia

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Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Beat writer Marcus Thompson addressed the Dwight Howard to Warriors speculation by saying there are a few "MAJOR" obstacles in the way of having it happen.

A report earlier in the week suggested Howard was considering the Warriors in free agency, but that doesn't make any sense for a few reasons. The Warriors can't sign Dwight Howard outright to a max contract that he'll receive, a sign-and-trade with the Lakers would have to send back an unsightly contract or two in return, and the Warriors aren't open to moving a package of Klay Thompson and Harrison Barnes in a Howard deal. Thompson gives zero credence to the rumor.
Related: Warriors
Source: Contra Costa Times
May 24 - 9:16 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

The Hawks and Warriors are among the teams on Dwight Howard's list this summer, a source familiar with his thinking told Mark Medina of the L.A. Daily News.

The other teams on the list include the Lakers, Mavs and Rockets, all of whom we've seen Howard linked to in previous reports. The Hawks have also been mentioned as a potential destination for Howard, but the inclusion of the Warriors is a new one. Unfortunately for both Howard and the Warriors, Golden State's salary cap issues make adding Howard highly unlikely. Expect Howard's list to get narrowed down to two or three feasible destinations as we get closer to free agency.
Related: Warriors, Hawks
Source: Long Beach Press-Telegram
May 23 - 3:52 PM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak reiterated that Mike D'Antoni "did not come up" in his meeting with Dwight Howard following Howard's exit interview.

ESPN Los Angeles reported that Howard specifically complained about D'Antoni, but that doesn't appear to be the case. "Criticism of a coach did not come up," Kupchak said. "Our coach did not come up. I think in general they all felt that there are ways to utilize their talent better going forward. That would include Dwight in that group." Kupchak added that "players don't have to like coaches. They just have to play hard."
Source: Mark Medina on Sulia
May 23 - 11:31 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Dwight Howard said on Twitter on Tuesday that his back and shoulder are feeling much better since he's been able to rest them.

Howard was answering a question from a fan. Unfortunately, he didn't say where he plans to sign this summer because that would've been way too easy. Besides re-upping with the Lakers, Howard has been linked to both the Hawks and the Rockets and the Mavs are reportedly planning to throw the full-court press at him. The summer should allow Howard time to get healthy and the injuries aren't expected to affect his likely max deal.
Source: Dwight Howard on Twitter
May 22 - 6:37 PM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Dwight Howard is reportedly "torn between the idea" of re-signing with the Lakers or signing with the Rockets.

If you're already tired of Dwight Howard rumors, you're not alone. We're entering Dwightmare part two and we haven't even entered the first of June. As a reminder, Howard isn't even technically a free agent until the end of June. Howard is torn between "the idea of Laker life or the notion of joining a Houston Rockets club that looks so much more appealing with James Harden & Co. in tow." There will be plenty of reports just like this one in the coming weeks, so strap in because it's going to be a bumpy ride.
Related: Rockets
Source: USA Today
May 22 - 8:00 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Chad Ford said on Twitter Tuesday that the Mavericks are expected to trade the 13th pick in hopes of saving cap space and being able to make a run at free agent Dwight Howard.

The latest rumor is that the Hawks are prepared to make a strong run at both Howard and Chris Paul this summer, but there are still no solid indications that Howard has any interest in playing for the Hawks. Prepare yourselves for another "Summer of Dwight," to which the theme song may end up being Cruel Summer.
Related: Lakers, Chris Paul, Hawks, Mavericks
Source: Chad Ford on Twitter
May 22 - 5:42 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Dwight Howard "voiced frustrations" with Lakers coach Mike D'Antoni at his exit meeting, sources told ESPN Los Angeles, but Kevin Ding of the Orange County Register talked to Mitch Kupchak, who said there was "no discussion of the coach whatsoever."

Dwightmare Part Deux has arrived. Sources told ESPN LA that Howard felt "marginalized" after D'Antoni looked to Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash to lead the team rather than Howard, and Dwight was one of "several Lakers" to have an "extended separate meeting with the GM after his exit interview." Howard, currently on vacation, is expected to draw interest from the Rockets, Mavericks, Hawks and Cavs in free agency. It was always clear Howard was going to flirt with other teams in an effort to feel wanted before he signed his next contract, and that's exactly what he'll do. This is a long way from being decided.
Related: Mavericks, Rockets, Hawks, Cavaliers
Source: ESPN Los Angeles
May 21 - 8:19 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Sources told ESPN LA's Ramona Shelburne that the Clippers are not on Dwight Howard's list of suitors.

Shelburne reports that Howard and the Clippers is "not happening for multiple reasons," and we agree with that assessment. Some had made waves previously by suggesting the team make a push for Howard and pair him with Chris Paul, but that's not going to happen in Los Angeles.
Related: Clippers
Source: Ramona Shelburne on Twitter
May 20 - 8:10 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Dwight Howard plans to "give strong consideration to multiple teams" as a free agent this summer, according to CBSSports.com.

Dwight re-signing with the Lakers is reportedly "far from a done deal," even though L.A. can sign him to a maximum five-year deal worth more than other team's four-year offers. Among teams eager to sign him, the Rockets are said to "intrigue him the most," while the Mavericks are also on his radar. After living through the Dwightmare we're not inclined to read into these rumors -- keep in mind that Howard won't officially be a free agent until June 30th.
Related: Mavericks, Rockets
Source: CBS Sports
May 19 - 8:55 PM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

ESPN's Marc Stein believes the Mavericks have a "10 percent chance" of luring Dwight Howard to Dallas in free agency.

Sounds about right. The Mavericks roster is in flux, Dirk Nowitzki is aging and Mark Cuban needs to figure out what the identity of his team is going to be. Stein said that the 10 percent number "might be high," which is a pretty telling indication of the Mavs chances. Stein also said that the "overwhelming likelihood" is Howard will remain with the Lakers.
Related: Mavericks
Source: Dallas Morning News
May 2 - 9:29 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Dwight Howard will not need surgery on his right shoulder.

He was examined Wednesday by Dr. James Tibone and was advised that surgery is not needed. Howard will be one of the main stories this offseason with the way the Lakers under-performed, but he entered the year coming off back surgery and had a tear in his labrum during the year, which may help explain why he didn't live up to expectations. Despite the off year, he'll be getting a max deal from a team this summer.
Source: Lakers on Twitter
May 1 - 8:22 PM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Dwight Howard reiterated that he won't rush into making a decision regarding his impending free agency.

Peppered with questions about his future during his exit interview, Howard said he's "going to take my time, get away from the game, my phones and everything and just clear my head." GM Mitch Kupchak said he was very confident the team could build around Howard, but Kupchak said he won't pressure Howard into anything or rushing his decision. "It's the best place to be when you win. When you're losing it's not so good." Welcome to the bright lights, Dwight. The earliest the two sides could agree to a new contract is July.
Source: Los Angeles Times
May 1 - 8:14 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Dwight Howard said he's hoping to avoid shoulder surgery this offseason, but he'll be examined on Wednesday to determine whether or not that's possible.

Howard played through a torn labrum in his right (shooting) shoulder. He ended up missing just six games all year. "I gave it my all, despite being in pain," Howard said. Players often forgo surgery to repair labrum tears because they can be re-torn again easily. The bigger story is where Howard, an unrestricted free agent, signs this summer. Kobe Bryant said Tuesday he wants Dwight back in purple and gold.
Source: Dave McMenamin on Twitter
Apr 30 - 5:22 PM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Steve Nash was among several Lakers to say Monday they hope Dwight Howard resigns with L.A. this offseason.

Howard is headed for probably the most anticipated free agency since "The Summer of LeBron." The Lakers can offer Howard the longest contract and the most money, but he called his first season with the Lakers a "nightmare." Between the injuries, the contract questions, the coaching changes and the team's struggles overall, it's hard to disagree with him. Howard said he'll take a couple weeks away the game before deciding what to do and Yahoo! Sports reported that Howard has "no clear choice" at this point. Settle in folks. It's going to be a long summer.
Related: Steve Nash
Source: Los Angeles Times
Apr 29 - 4:22 PM

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All Positions
PosRoleName
PG1Steve Nash
2Steve Blake
3Chris Duhon
SG1Kobe Bryant
2Jodie Meeks
3Darius Morris
4Andrew Goudelock
SF1Metta World Peace
2Antawn Jamison
3Devin Ebanks
PF1Pau Gasol
2Earl Clark
C1Dwight Howard
2Jordan Hill
3Robert Sacre