Dwight Howard Inducted Into Hall of Fame

Dwight Howard, a former NBA center, played 18 seasons, most notably with the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Lakers, where he won a championship in 2020.

His Hall of Fame induction recognizes his accolades: 8 All-Star selections, 8 All-NBA honors, 3 Defensive Player of the Year awards, and an Olympic gold medal in 2008.

Shams Charania, the ESPN reporter who broke the news, is a prominent NBA insider known for his work with The Athletic and Stadium before joining ESPN in 2024.