Dwight Howard ranked 62nd best player in NBA history

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Dwight Howard ranked 62nd best player in NBA history
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Dwight Howard has been ranked No. 62 in NBA history by HoopsHype. The former Philadelphia 76ers center had a distinguished career that included averages of 15.7 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game. During the 2020-21 season with the 76ers, he averaged 7.0 points and 8.4 rebounds while playing behind Joel Embiid. Howard, known for his dominance primarily with the Orlando Magic and his role in the Los Angeles Lakers' championship in 2020, ranks as a top-10 rebounder and 15th all-time in blocks. His contributions help contextualize his position in NBA history, especially in light of his omittance from the NBA75 list.

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  • Howard played for the 76ers in the 2020-21 season.
  • He averaged 7.0 points and 8.4 rebounds that season.
  • Howard is 15th all-time in blocks with three Defensive Player of the Year awards.
  • HoopsHype is ranking the top 80 players in NBA history.
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Former Philadelphia 76ers big man Dwight Howard comes in ranked No. 62 in the history of the NBA.

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