Overview
- Dwight Howard, 40, tweeted that he is not retired and wants a farewell tour, referencing Taj Gibson and Al Horford by name.
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that 40-year-old Taj Gibson agreed to a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies for what would be his 17th NBA season, citing agent Mark Bartelstein.
- There is no reporting that Howard has an agreement with any NBA team at this time.
- Howard last played in the NBA in 2021-22 with the Los Angeles Lakers and was part of their 2020 championship team.
- Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2025, Howard owns eight All-Star selections, three Defensive Player of the Year awards, and a top-10 all-time rebounding total.