Childhood (2004-2008) He was chosen to play in the 2005 NBA Rookie Challenge and was unanimously nominated to the All-Rookie Team for his accomplishments. He also came in third place in the Rookie of the Year poll. Dwight David Howard II (born December 8, 1985) is an American professional basketball player for the National Basketball Association's Philadelphia 76ers (NBA). He is an eight-time All-Star, an eight-time All-NBA Team selection, a five-time All-Defensive Team member, and a three-time Defensive Player of the Year. On July 11, 2018, he was signed as a free agent by the Washington Wizards. On July 6, 2019, the Washington Wizards traded C.J. Miles to the Memphis Grizzlies. On August 24, 2019, the Memphis Grizzlies released him. On August 26, 2019, the Los Angeles Lakers signed him as a free agent. On November 21, 2020, he signed as a free agent with the Philadelphia 76ers. The Orlando Magic selected him in the first round (1st selection) of the 2004 NBA Draft on June 24, 2004. Childhood (2004-2008) He was chosen to play in the 2005 NBA Rookie Challenge and was unanimously nominated to the All-Rookie Team for his accomplishments. He also came in third place in the Rookie of the Year poll.