NBA Rumors today the veteran center Dwight Howard may be on the brink of a return to the NBA, with reports indicating he's scheduled to meet with the Golden State Warriors next week, according to sources cited by The Athletics Shams Charania. Howard, at 37, had a 2021-22 season stint with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he contributed to their title win in 2020 while playing a reserve role. In his most recent professional endeavor, he played in Taiwan with the Taoyuan Leopards.
Heading into his 19th NBA season, Howard has informed potential teams that he is in excellent condition and prepared to contribute effectively in any capacity, as noted by Charania. The Warriors have been exploring options for adding a seasoned big man to their roster during the offseason.
Under the leadership of general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr., the Warriors have been actively prioritizing the acquisition of veteran talent. They made significant moves such as acquiring Chris Paul and re-signing Draymond Green to a four-year, $100-million deal. Additionally, they signed Cory Joseph and Dario Saric.
In the previous season, the Warriors finished with a 44-38 record but were eliminated in the playoffs' second round by the Lakers, following their NBA championship win the year before.
It's worth noting that Howard has been linked to the Golden State Warriors in the past, having reportedly come close to joining the team during the 2018 offseason. The eight-time All-Star boasts career averages of 15.7 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks, along with three consecutive Defensive Player of the Year awards from 2009 to 2011.
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