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Houston Rockets: Dwight Howard Addresses Trade Rumors
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Dwight Howard probably won't return to Orlando, but he's not ruling it out
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Dwight Howard on Houston: 'I want to make this thing work
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2015-16 Rockets roster analysis
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Reports: Dwight Howard hasn't yet made his decision, is now '50-50' between Lakers and Rockets - NBC Sports
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Rockets honored Dwight agreement with agent in letting Parsons out of his contract - ClutchFans
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Rockets' Howard opts not to discuss contract
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Will Dwight Howard pursue a max deal this summer?
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Dwight Howard to sign with Atlanta Hawks
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Dwight Howard can become free agent in 2016
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A 'broken' Rockets team ponders a breakup
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Leave Dwight Howard alone! The Hawks got a steal – New York Daily News
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Dwight Howard has reportedly opted out, to the relief of Rockets fans everywhere - The Dream Shake
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Dwight Howard opts out of Rockets contract, set to hit free agency - The Washington Post