American basketball center and three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year, 2020 NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Background
Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Dwight Howard was selected first overall in the 2004 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic straight out of high school.
Career
He spent eight seasons with the Magic, leading them to the 2009 NBA Finals, then played for the Lakers, Rockets, Hawks, Hornets, Wizards, and 76ers before winning the 2020 title with the Lakers and continuing his career in Taiwan.
Style of play
A six-foot-ten center with elite athleticism and shot-blocking, Howard combined post offense in his prime with rim-protection and rebounding throughout his career, anchoring strong defensive units.