Out of excuses, dripping in controversy and still in search of an NBA title, Dwight Howard's legacy remains a mystery.
If Howard was to end his career now, he'd be remembered as an indecisive, self-serving, ring-chaser without any rings. Playing for three different teams in three seasons doesn't reflect well on a dominant big man and supposed superstar.
In fact, I've come to wonder if his self-imposed buffoonery would be tolerated as much if he played a more common position, like point guard or forward. All-Star talent at other positions aren't necessarily dime a dozen, but they are more frequent.
Dominant centers are a rarer commodity. Only a handful of players are equipped to play the 5, and even fewer of those are worthy being deemed stars. As a seven-time All-Star, Howard is most certainly a star and one of the best there currently is at his position.
Post-career reputations don't brown-nose that kind of standing, though. Stats matter and always will. But when all is said, done, wrapped and sealed, titles and leadership mean more than raw talent or unfulfilled potential.
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