Tag : Dwight Howard
Dwight Howard Houston Rockets title : Dwight Howard Trade Rumors: Hornets Star Clings to Faith Amid NBA Trials
summary : NBA trade rumors linking Charlotte Hornets star Dwight Howard to struggling teams in need of a big man backup like the Los Angeles Clippers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Brooklyn Nets, and Toronto Raptors have once again made their way to the headlines.
date : Nov 30, 2017 11:45 AM EST
NBA: Preseason-Sacramento Kings at Los Angeles Lakers title : NBA Rumors: Atlanta Hawks Add Rudy Gay Trade to Dwight Howard, Kyle Korver Squad
summary : The Atlanta Hawks are said to be contenders to land a Rudy Gay trade this NBA season. The Sacramento Kings star is expected to become a key part of the plans of the Kyle Korver squad of improving their chances in the playoffs this season. With Dwight Howard already bolstering the basketball team's spirit, the Atlanta Hawks are anticipated to become more aggressive in adding veteran stars.
date : Nov 22, 2016 03:30 AM EST
Basketball - Men's Preliminary Round Group A Australia v USA title : NBA Rumors: Atlanta Hawks Rush DeMarcus Cousins Trade; Kyle Korver, Dennis Schroder Panic Over Dwight Howard Injury
summary : The Atlanta Hawks saw the departure of Al Horford in the NBA offseason as onetime Los Angeles Lakers star Dwight Howard took his place. However, it looks like health problems are now making the Dennis Schroder squad think twice about their move. Hence, it comes as no surprise that a DeMarcus Cousins trade is said to be in the works - one that could potentially extend to a max contract.
date : Sep 13, 2016 05:51 PM EDT
Dwight Howard title : NBA Rumors: Atlanta Hawks Announce Jahlil Okafor Trade; Dwight Howard Threatened Over Young C
summary : The exit of Al Horford from the Atlanta Hawks was a huge blow to the Kyle Korver team. While Dwight Howard is a great replacement, the NBA team is said to still be looking for a young star to build their roster around. Hence, it comes as no surprise that a Jahlil Okafor trade is on its way for the Atlanta Hawks. However, the former Houston Rockets big man and controversial James Harden frenemy is reportedly blocking the trade with sources claiming that he feels threatened over the Philadelphia 76ers star.
date : Sep 05, 2016 01:09 AM EDT
NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers at Sacramento Kings title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Confirm DeMarcus Cousins Trade; James Harden Feuds Vs Ex Sacramento Kings C?
summary : The Houston Rockets lost one of their core stars in free agency when Dwight Howard opted to sign with the Atlanta Hawks, effectively displacing Al Horford, instead of returning for another season with James Harden. Amid the issues that plagued the Jason Terry team was the chemistry of the former Los Angeles Lakers star and the ex-teammate of now Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant. While the move of Howard might be the better option for the Houston Rockets, it seems that another feud might be brewing in the team as the reported DeMarcus Cousins trade is said to have ruffled the feathers of the former beau of Khloe Kardashian.
date : Jul 25, 2016 09:08 AM EDT
Dwight Howard title : NBA Rumors: New York Knicks Confirm Dwight Howard Free Agency Deal; Derrick Rose, Carmelo Anthony Welcome Big Man
summary : The New York Knicks appear to be keeping their promise of a better team to Carmelo Anthony. While the entry of Kristaps Porzingis in the NBA team helped them improve their standing in the league, the basketball group still failed to make it to the playoffs. Hence, it came as no surprise when reports of Carmelo Anthony plotting a way out started to circulate. However, it looks like the deal with Derrick Rose finally showed the seriousness of the New York Knicks in becoming champions. In addition to the former Chicago Bulls star, sources claim that ex Houston Rockets star Dwight Howard is next for New York.
date : Jun 28, 2016 11:18 AM EDT
Kobe Bryant and Dwight Howard title : NBA Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Agree To Dwight Howard Max Deal; Luke Walton Eyes Hassan Whiteside Contract
summary : The Los Angeles Lakers are rebuilding their team following the exit of Kobe Bryant and the entry of a much younger coach, Luke Walton. Fresh off a disappointing 2016 NBA Finals, where the Golden State Warriors squandered a 3-1 lead to succumb to LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers, the young coach is expected to attack the incoming basketball season with a vengeance. To start off the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers are expected to sign Dwight Howard of the Houston Rockets and Hassan Whiteside of the Miami Heat to max contracts.
date : Jun 24, 2016 09:01 AM EDT
Dwight Howard title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Dwight Howard Confirm Pau Gasol Swap; James Harden Welcomes Spanish star
summary : The Houston Rockets are in the process of figuring out how to maximize their roster. With James Harden on the lead and the Kevin Durant free agency promising to be a tough competition, the Jason Terry are looking into measures to boost the team. A new solution offered is to trade Dwight Howard to the Chicago Bulls and sign Pau Gasol. Both big men have the veteran experience. Moreover, Howard and Gasol seem to be looking at fresh starts somewhere else.
date : Jun 20, 2016 10:26 AM EDT
NBA: Houston Rockets at Utah Jazz title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Release James Harden, Dwight Howard for Kevin Durant Free Agency
summary : The Houston Rockets surprised the NBA community this season when they had to desperately claw their way up in the Western Conference. With the likes of James Harden and Dwight Howard in the roster, this poor performance was considered a disappointing display for the team. While the Houston Rockets made it to the NBA playoffs 2016, they embarassingly lost the first series to the Golden State Warriors. Needless to say, the front office is not happy.
date : Jun 07, 2016 10:25 AM EDT
NBA: Playoffs-Houston Rockets at Golden State Warriors title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Dwight Howard Out, Al Horford In; James Harden Calls For Rajon Rondo Deal
summary : The Houston Rockets finished the season with a devastating loss to the Golden State Warriors in the NBA playoffs 2016. While they managed to get in the playoffs, the James Harden team was easily dominated by Stephen Curry and company in the first part of their series. To make matters worse, none of the key players in the Houston Rockets roster was injured or involved in any issue to serve as a distraction in the hardwood court. So why did such a talented team fail to rank higher this NBA season?
date : May 25, 2016 12:45 PM EDT
Houston Rockets Dwight Howard and Portland Trail Blazers LaMarcus Aldridge title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Dwight Howard Scouts for Trade Partners; Warriors Embarrass James Harden, Jason Terry
summary : The Houston Rockets suffered an embarrassing loss to the Golden State Warriors. Despite the early confidence of the James Harden squad, the group still failed to beat the Klay Thompson squad. The loss, which could have been acceptable given that they were facing the reigning NBA champs, was more humiliating since the Golden State Warriors played sans star player Stephen Curry. Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets had all their players in pristine condition but still delivered a lowly 81-114 loss.
date : Apr 28, 2016 01:31 PM EDT
James Harden title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Blame Dwight Howard For Poor Plays; James Harden Calls for Trade
summary : In their recent loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Houston Rockets gave up a massive advantage to the team that had their star player injured mid-game. Despite the absence of Stephen Curry, the Draymond Green squad still managed to bring home a 121-94 victory to the leading NBA team today. This result came even with both Houston Rockets leaders, Dwight Howard and Harden, healthy and working in the hardwood court. However, fans noted that The Beard actually played almost the entire game. Hence, the blame once again falls on Howard who failed to help Harden carry the team to victory.
date : Apr 25, 2016 01:57 PM EDT
James Harden title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Give Up James Harden In Free Agency; Dwight Howard Finally Gets Higher Pay
summary : The Houston Rockets have built a franchise around James Harden ever since they signed him from the Oklahoma City Thunder. While his ex-teammates, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, thrived in the past NBA seasons, The Beard has been saddled with disappointing games and losses. Adding to his frustrations in the Houston Rockets is the presence of Dwight Howard - a big star that was anticipated to help Harden carry the team but appears to have turned out to be a bust so far. With the free agency coming up, reports are now surfacing that James Harden is gearing up to leave all the Houston Rockets far behind and start fresh elsewhere.
date : Apr 19, 2016 02:29 AM EDT
Chandler Parsons title : NBA Rumors: Dallas Mavericks Sign Dwight Howard; James Harden Lose Center To Chandler Parsons, Dirk Nowitzki
summary : The Dallas Mavericks are slowly climbing the Golden State Warriors dominated conference. At number seven in the division, the Dirk Nowitzki team is looking into gaining on the Portland Trailblazers of Damian Lillard, Matt Barnes' Memphis Grizzlies, the Los Angeles Clippers with the returning Blake Griffin and the Oklahoma City Thunder with the deadly combo of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. Another roadblock to their way to the top is the Kawhi Leonard who is slowly becoming the face of the San Antonio Spurs along with LaMarcus Aldridge and Danny Green. On top of all these basketball teams is Stephen Curry with his Golden State Warriors that boast of Draymond Green and Klay Thompson. With all the superstars standing in their way, how can the Dallas Mavericks dominate the Western Conference?
date : Apr 09, 2016 11:42 AM EDT
Dwight Howard title : NBA Rumors: Orlando Magic Sign Dwight Howard; Houston Rockets James Harden Celebrates Trade
summary : If there is an NBA team going through an even worse season than the New York Knicks today, it is the Orlando Magic. Sitting just above the Brooklyn Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers in the LeBron James conference, the Brandon Jennings squad struggle to not end up below the Jahlil Okafor squad. With the NBA playoffs clearly out of the picture, it looks like the Orlando Magic are looking into ways to bring in the better players in their roster.
date : Mar 26, 2016 01:29 PM EDT
NBA: Houston Rockets at Utah Jazz title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Finally Achieve Peace; Dwight Howard, James Harden Promote Harmony and Friendship
summary : The Houston Rockets have been in trouble since the NBA season started. For starters, James Harden had been reportedly distracted due to his rumored romance with Keeping Up With The Kardashians star Khloe Kardashian. The there is the matter of Ty Lawson failing to fit into the plays and taking too much time resolving his off-court issues. Amid all these, the Houston Rockets also lost their head coach following an abysmal management of the players this NBA season.
date : Feb 26, 2016 07:36 PM EST
NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves at Toronto Raptors title : NBA Rumors: Toronto Raptors Resist Jonas Valanciunas Trade; Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan Turn Down Dwight Howard, Ty Lawson
summary : The Toronto Raptors are considered as a breakout team this NBA season. With the Cleveland Cavaliers attempting to keep the lead in the Eastern Conference, the Kyle Lowry squad are surprisingly gaining on the LeBron James team. Despite a healthy Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love back in the roster, the DeMar DeRozan squad are only three games away from leading the Eastern Conference - a feat that would see them potentially face the Golden State Warriors in the NBA finals.
date : Feb 25, 2016 09:33 AM EST
NBA: Miami Heat at Houston Rockets title : NBA Trade Rumors: Houston Rockets Fail Donatas Motiejunas Deal; Detroit Pistons Take Back Joel Anthony
summary : The Houston Rockets have been seeking ways to increase their cap space in an effort to not cross the luxury tax limit. However, the NBA team has not been successful in their search for cheaper stars and attempts to trade off players with massive contracts. For instance, NBA trade rumors have been surrounding Dwight Howard and Ty Lawson all season. While the Houston Rockets remain mum on this issue, a number of league sources revealed that the James Harden team have been looking for trade partners to get rid of the former Los Angeles Lakers star and the ex Denver Nuggets player.
date : Feb 23, 2016 08:47 AM EST
Jeremy Lin title : NBA Rumors: Charlotte Hornets Jeremy Lin a Lure for Dwight Howard Trade? Kemba Walker, Al Jefferson Target Bojan Bogdanovic
summary : The Charlotte Hornets have been struggling to climb out of the bottom half of the Eastern Conference, with more than ten games away from the leading Cleveland Cavaliers. While the likes of LeBron James, Kyrie Irving, Kyle Lowry and DeMar Derozan find ways to mesh well in the hardwood court, the Michael Jordan team struggles to execute plays perfectly. Moreover, the Charlotte Hornets appear to have redundant players in the roster.
date : Feb 17, 2016 07:16 PM EST
NBA: Miami Heat at Charlotte Hornets title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Swap Dwight Howard for Hassan Whiteside; James Harden, Ty Lawson Welcome Miami Heat Star
summary : The Houston Rockets have been denying the NBA trade rumors involving Dwight Howard since the beginning of the season. However, the speculations on the future departure of the former Los Angeles Lakers remained the center of attention this year. Reports of Howard's inability to mesh with James Harden as well as the rumored rift between the two fueled the trade talk speculations. Moreover, the center will be back in the free agency market soon. Sources close to the matter disclosed that Howard will try and seek for an NBA team willing to give him a max contract - one thing that Houston Rockets could not afford or are not amenable to provide right now.
date : Feb 17, 2016 07:04 PM EST
Houston Rockets Dwight Howard and Portland Trail Blazers LaMarcus Aldridge title : NBA Trade Rumors: Houston Rockets Enter Discussion on Potential Dwight Howard Trade Given Team's 'Broken' Performance
summary : The Houston Rockets have been making headlines this NBA season. Unfortunately, most updates about the NBA team involve the group's deteriorating performance. Formerly known as one of the potential basketball teams to challenge the dominance of the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets find themselves at the ninth spot. With a change in the coaching staff and a few minor adjustments in their strategies, the Ty Lawson squad look nowhere near a team that can beat the likes of the San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers.
date : Feb 14, 2016 01:43 PM EST
Dwight Howard title : NBA Trade Rumors: Houston Rockets Might Send Dwight Howard To Another Team before Trading Deadline
summary : The Houston Rockets, one of NBA's most disappointing teams this year, have started to contact teams to trade their veteran center Dwight Howard, according to ESPN News.
date : Feb 12, 2016 02:02 PM EST
NBA: Detroit Pistons at Houston Rockets title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Reject Ty Lawson Trade; James Harden, Dwight Howard Stand By PG
summary : The Houston Rockets are attempting to turn around their NBA season. With a disappointing start for James Harden, Dwight Howard and Ty Lawson, fans of the basketball team gave up hope of even seeing the group in the NBA playoffs. However, it looks like the Houston Rockets might just be gearing up for a comeback - one that might catapult Harden beside Stephen Curry once again.
date : Jan 25, 2016 12:30 PM EST
Dwight Howard Houston Rockets title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Mull Over Dwight Howard, Ty Lawson Trade; Is James Harden In Danger?
summary : The Houston Rockets are noticeably absent in the top five teams in the Western Conference this NBA season. Predictably, the Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors are on top. The Klay Thompson squad is followed by the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Under the Tim Duncan and Kevin Durant teams are the Los Angeles Clippers, Dallas Mavericks and the Memphis Grizzlies. The current rankings put the James Harden squad below the teams of Blake Girffin, Deron Williams and Mario Chalmers. Despite boasting of a runner-up NBA MVP in the squad and the recent addition of Denver Nuggets star Ty Lawson, the Houston Rockets appear to be failing to fulfill their potential.
date : Dec 31, 2015 02:05 AM EST
Houston Rockets Dwight Howard and Portland Trail Blazers LaMarcus Aldridge title : NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Eye Dwight Howard Trade; James Harden, Ty Lawson Give Center the Boot?
summary : The Houston Rockets have been struggling to make things right again this season. With a disappointing start, the front office looks into ways of improving the roster. One of the NBA players who may be in trouble with this plan is none other than Dwight Howard. The controversial athlete has been reportedly at odds with the Houston Rockets since his entry in 2013. The rumor mill constantly churned out news that the center might be exiting the James Harden squad once a good deal comes up.
date : Dec 19, 2015 07:00 PM EST
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