A closer look at the biggest achievements of Dwight Howard. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Dwight Howard, nicknamed "Superman," is a former American professional basketball player. He achieved significant accolades, including an NBA championship, eight All-Star selections, eight All-NBA Team selections, five All-Defensive Team selections, and three Defensive Player of the Year awards. Howard was known for his athleticism and defensive skills.
Dwight Howard broke Wilt Chamberlain's record of 34 free throws set in 1962.
In 2004, Dwight Howard led his team to a 31–2 record and the state title, averaging 25 points, 18 rebounds, 8.1 blocks and 3.5 assists per game. He received the Naismith Prep Player of the Year Award, the Morgan Wootten High School Player of the Year Award, Gatorade National Player of the Year and the McDonald's National High School Player of the Year honor. He was also co-MVP of the McDonald's All-American Game that year.
On November 15, 2005, Dwight Howard became the youngest player ever to score 20 or more points and gather 20 or more rebounds in the same game, recording 21 points and 20 rebounds against the Charlotte Bobcats.
In 2005, Dwight Howard was selected to play in the 2005 NBA Rookie Challenge, was unanimously selected to the All-Rookie Team, and finished third in the Rookie of the Year voting.
On February 1, 2007, Dwight Howard received his first NBA All-Star selection as a reserve on the Eastern Conference squad for the 2007 NBA All-Star Game.
In December 2007, ESPN writer David Thorpe declared Dwight Howard the most dominant center in the NBA, highlighting his early career promise.
In 2007, Dwight Howard began a streak of leading the NBA in rebounding.
On February 16, 2008, Dwight Howard won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest by receiving 78% of the fan's votes, he rejuvenated the contest with innovative dunks, including wearing a Superman cape.
On June 23, 2008, Dwight Howard was named to the 12-man squad representing the United States in the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.
The 2008–09 season began well for Dwight Howard. Ten games into the 2008 season, he was leading the league in blocks per game (4.2).
In November 2009, Dwight Howard was named one of the 10 finalists for the Jefferson Awards for Public Service, recognizing athletes for their charitable work.
In 2009, Dwight Howard became the youngest player ever to win the NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award.
In 2009, Dwight Howard led the Orlando Magic to the NBA Finals.
On January 21, 2010, Dwight Howard was named as the starting center for the East in the 2010 NBA All-Star Game.
In 2010, Dwight Howard won the Defensive Player of the Year Award for the second straight year and became the first player in NBA history to lead the league in blocks and rebounds in the same season twice—and for two years in a row.
In 2011, Dwight Howard became the first player in league history to win Defensive Player of the Year honors for three consecutive seasons.
In 2011, Dwight Howard's running vertical leap was tested at 39.5 inches, demonstrating his exceptional athleticism for a player of his size.
On January 12, 2012, Dwight Howard attempted an NBA regular season record 39 free throws against the Golden State Warriors, making 21 of them and finishing with 45 points and 23 rebounds.
On January 24, 2012, Dwight Howard became the Orlando Magic's all-time scoring leader.
On January 31, 2012, Dwight Howard was honored as one of the 35 greatest McDonald's All-Americans.
In 2012, Dwight Howard once again led the NBA in rebounding.
In 2013, Dwight Howard continued to dominate, leading the NBA in rebounding for the last time.
On January 18, 2016, in an overtime loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, Dwight Howard scored 36 points and tied a career-high with 26 rebounds, achieving his 10th consecutive double-double.
In 2020, Dwight Howard won an NBA championship as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.
In February 2023, Dwight Howard was named an All-Star for the T1 League and the All-Star Game Most Famous Player, and was also selected to participate in the Three-Point Contest.
On May 10, 2023, Dwight Howard was selected to the T1 League All-Defensive First Team for the 2022–23 season.
In 2025, Dwight Howard was chosen to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as an individual player and as a member of the 2008 United States men's Olympic basketball team.
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