2020 NBA champion Dwight Howard is a 37-year-old American professional basketball player who last played for the Taoyuan Leopards in the T1 League (Taiwanese men's professional basketball league) in China.
Born on December 8, 1985, Howard is an eight-time All-Star and a three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Howard’s basketball journey began at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy, Atlanta, Georgia. He led his team to a 31–2 record and the 2004 state title in his senior season, averaging 25.0 points, 18.0 rebounds, 8.1 blocks, and 3.5 assists per game.
For his brilliant performances in school, Howard was widely recognized as the best high school basketball player in America and won multiple awards including the Naismith Prep Player of the Year Award, 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 award.
After high school, Howard chose not to go to college and declared for the 2004 NBA Draft, where he was selected first overall by the Orlando Magic. In his rookie season with the Orlando Magic, Howard averaged 12.0 points and 10.0 rebounds in 82 games, becoming the youngest player in NBA history to average a double-double in the regular season.
| Name: | Dwight Howard |
| Net Worth: | $150 million |
| Age: | 37 years (December 8, 1985) |
| Position: | Center and Power Forward |
| Source of Wealth: | Professional Basketball Player, Endorsements |
| Endorsements: | Adidas, McDonalds, Peak Sport |
What is Dwight Howard Net Worth in 2024?
According to online sources, Dwight Howard’s net worth is estimated at around $150 million as of February 2024. The main sources of his income include his salary as a professional basketball player and endorsement deals.
Howard played 18 seasons in the NBA with different teams including the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Washington Wizards, and the Philadelphia 76ers.
The 2021/22 season was Dwight Howard's last season in the NBA, where he played for the Lakers and got over $2.6 million in salary. In November 2022, Howard joined the Taoyuan Leopards of the T1 League in Taiwan, where he received over $1 million in salary for the 2022/23 season.
In his long NBA career, Dwight Howard has signed contracts with different teams. He signed a four-year, $19.5 million contract with the Orlando Magic in 2004, a five-year $83 million contract with the Magic in 2007.
He later signed a four-year $87 million contract with the Houston Rockets in 2013, a three-year $70 million contract with the Atlanta Hawks in 2016, and a two-year $10 million contract with the Washington Wizards in 2018.
Dwight Howard Endorsements
During his career, Howard had multiple endorsement deals with prominent brands Adidas and McDonalds'. In 2015, he also signed a multi-year deal with Chinese brand 'Peak Sport'. However, there is not much information available about the terms and conditions of these partnerships.
Dwight Howard Investments
No information about Dwight Howard’s investments is available in the public domain as of 2024.
Dwight Howard Other Sources of Income
Besides his NBA contract and endorsement deals, no online information is available about any other revenue streams for Dwight Howard of 2024.
Dwight Howard House
In 2008, Dwight Howard House bought a $7.8 million home in Orlando, Florida. However, after leaving Orlando Magic in 2012, he put his Orlando house for sale.
After that, he bought a massive 20,000-square-foot house in Atlanta for $12.5 million in 2016. The property had a pool house, infinity pool, and tennis courts.
Dwight Howard Cars
Dwight Howard is known for his love of luxury cars. According to online sources, Howard owns the following cars:
Knight XV Truck
Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6X6
Rolls Royce Cullinan
Rolls Royce Ghost
Bentley Mulsanne
Dwight Howard Charity Work
In 2004, Howard established the Dwight D. Howard Foundation. Through his foundation, he provides scholarships for students who want to attend his alma mater, Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy. His foundation also organizes summer basketball camps for boys and girls, together with high school and college coaches and players.
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FAQs
A. As of February 2024, Dwight Howard's net worth is estimated at around $150 million.
A. Dwight Howard has won one NBA championship in his career.
A. On March 21, 2018, against the Brooklyn Nets, Dwight Howard grabbed a career-high 30 rebounds.
A. On January 12, 2012 (against Golden State Warriors) and on February 17, 2009 (against Charlotte Bobcats), Dwight Howard scored his career-high 45 points.
A. Dwight Howard played 18 seasons in the NBA.
