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Dwight Howard Wants To Retire On The Orlando Magic

Dwight Howard would love to make it back to the team that drafted him and retire on the Orlando Magic.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Aug 29, 2023
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• Dwight Howard openly admitted his desire to retire on the Orlando Magic

• Howard was drafted No. 1 overall by the Magic in 2004

• Dwight hasn’t had a job in the NBA since his stint with the Lakers in 2021-22

Dwight Howard revisited Orlando this summer as he went to the city to show support to his former coach Stan Van Gundy, who recently lost his wife. Being back in Orlando helped Howard appreciate the years he spent with the Magic, even implying he would love to return to the city for a final hurrah before retirement.

“I really missed this beautiful city. I appreciate all the amazing moments that make this my home, despite the miscommunication or trials we’ve been through. I am grateful for my lessons and what they have taught me. And I value them. Orlando I value you. I value the moments we had good and bad. Wins and losses. The s*** was still the best. Blue and white will always ignite.”

Howard spent his first eight seasons in the NBA with the Magic, averaging 18.4 points, 13.0 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks over his time with the franchise.

Dwight led Orlando to the 2009 NBA Finals, even vanquishing LeBron James in the Eastern Conference playoffs. He won three consecutive Defensive Player of the Year trophies from 2009 to 2011 with the Magic and is arguably one of the greatest players in franchise history. 


Dwight Howard Fits On The Modern-Day Orlando Magic

There is a very strong case for Dwight to possibly get a final chance in the NBA with the team he started his career with. The Magic have 15 roster spots already committed to players, but teams can have up to 18 players through training camp and don’t need to size their roster down till later in the season.

Like he did with the 2020 Lakers, Howard could sign a non-guaranteed contract that gives him a roster spot that he can play into. He would be a valuable locker room veteran, given his familiarity with the organization and its fans, along with his championship experience.

If Howard can earn a roster spot, it would allow him to play the season out on a team that could make a playoff appearance. If not, at least his NBA career didn’t end with that disastrous 2021-22 Lakers season and he got to suit up in the colors of the franchise that gave him his start in the NBA.  

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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