Dwight Howard, Orlando Magic GM Deny Interest in Joining Clippers


According to Otis Smith and his superstar center, despite published reports stating otherwise, the Los Angeles Clippers are not part of the Dwight Howard Sweepstakes. Reports the Orlando Sentinel: “Dwight Howard dismissed a report that he has placed the Los Angeles Clippers onto his list of preferred destinations. After the Orlando Magic defeated the Charlotte Bobcats 96-89 Tuesday night, Howard was asked whether he now has interest in joining the Clippers. Howard said no. The website SheridanHoops, citing an unnamed source, has reported that Howard has expanded his list of preferred destinations to include the Clippers. Magic General Manager Otis Smith said Howard’s camp has not informed him that the superstar center has expanded his list of preferred destinations beyond the Dallas Mavericks, the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Jersey Nets. Smith also said the Magic also have not granted permission to Howard’s agent to speak with any teams in addition to the Mavericks, Lakers and Nets.”