Free agency is quickly approaching for big-name center Dwight Howard of the Houston Rockets. Being a prominent contributor to his different teams throughout his career, Howard is expected to go for a max contract of at least $30 million.
Throughout his career, Howard has known how effective he can be on the court. When superstars like James Harden overshadow his prowess, it can be quite frustrating to continue to play in that organization.
“I felt like my role was being reduced,” said Howard in a Q&A with Jackie MacMullan. “As a big, someone who has been the focal point of the team, who is still young, who still has some great years in front of me, you run the floor, you sprint as hard as you can, you duck in, and still, you don’t get the ball. It brings you down. It sucks the energy out of you.”
Although these statements seem to show that Howard is bound to leave the team, teammate Jason Terry doubts he will make a departure.
“At this point in his career, he’s not going to be the focal point offensively. They’ve made that clear,” commented Terry. “He’s gonna have to, if he remains in Houston, buy into the role fully, commit himself to setting screens, rebounding, running the floor, blocking shots and working on his free throws, obviously.”
Money is certainly a contributing factor to Howard's decision, but being able to show his prominence is his main concern. Wherever Howard lands after free agency, hopefully he'll be with a team that will take advantage of his many years and experience in the league.
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