Dwight Howard Net Worth 2024- Wife, Kids, Age & NBA Salary

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Dwight Howard is one of those former basketball players who skipped college and went straight to the NBA after high school education. He was an eight-time NBA All-Star and won the NBA championship in 2020. His career in the NBA was full of records and rumors. So, in this article, we will focus on his life events and net earnings.

What Is Dwight Howard’s Net Worth & Salary?

The majority of this man’s assets come from his earnings in basketball. His current net worth is $140 million, and his yearly salary is $2–$4 million. His successful NBA contracts with basketball teams made him a rich man. He also made money from media endorsements.

Dwight Howard’s Career Earnings:

SeasonsTeamTotal Earnings
8 seasons Orlando Magic $79.7 Million
3 seasons Los Angeles Laker $24.5 Million
3 seasons Houston Rockets $64.3 Million
1 season Atlanta Hawks $23.1 Million
1 season Charlotte Hornets $23.5 Million
1 season  Brooklyn Nets$18.9 Million
1 season Washington Wizards $5.3 Million
1 season Memphis Grizzlies $3 Million
1 season Philadelphia 76ers $2.5 Million

Early Life and Education

Dwight Howard came into the world on December 8, 1985, in Atlanta, Georgia. Howard’s full name is Dwight David Howard II. His parents were also connected with basketball. From his early life, he began to show his talent. In his school life, he was the star.

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He went to the Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy (SACA) in southwestern Atlanta, Georgia. His excellent career in the field of basketball during high school paved the way to an NBA life. He did not play basketball in college because he skipped his college education.

Is Dwight Howard Married?

In his personal life, he is the husband of five wives. His wives were Melissa Rois, Royce Reed, and Tiffany Render. He married Te’a Cooper in 2020 and currently lives with her.

Quick Biography Chart:

Full Name:

Dwight David Howard II

Profession:Former NBA Career
Birth:December 8, 1985, in Georgia, USA
Father:Dwight Howard Sr.
Mother:Sheryl
Zodiac Sign:Sagittarius
Siblings:Jahaziel and TaShanda
Eye Color:Dark Brown
Hair Color:Black
Religion:Christian
Total Career Earnings:$5 million
Average Annual Salary:Former NBA Career
Position:Center and Power forward
College Education: Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy
Wife/Girlfriend:Te’a Cooper
Nationality:American
Teams He Played:
  • Orlando Magic
  • Los Angeles Lakers
  • Houston Rockets
  • Atlanta Hawks
  • Charlotte Hornets
  • Washington Wizards
  • Philadelphia 76ers
Height:Six feet 10 inches 
Weight:120 kg
Current Age:37 years

How many kids does Dwight Howard have?

He is the father of five children. His daughter’s name is Jayde Howard. The four sons are Trey Howard, Braylon, Layla, and David.

Drafted Teams

Dwight Howard’s professional career began in 2004, and he is still active in the sport of basketball. In his 17-year long-term career, he played forDwight Howard career earnings

  • Orlando Magic
  • Los Angeles Lakers
  • Houston Rockets
  • Atlanta Hawks
  • Charlotte Hornets
  • Washington Wizards
  • Philadelphia 76ers (Current Team)

NBA Contracts and Career Highlights

In the 2004 NBA draft, he was chosen by the Orlando Magic. Famous NBA player Mark Jones was his teammate. Howard was with this team until 2012. Then he was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers from Orlando for a deal. Here he played for one season. In a later season, he left the Lakers and signed with the Houston Rockets. He played for that team until 2016. The following year, he wore the jersey of the Atlanta Hawks. Next season, he joined the Charlotte Hornets.

Dwight Howard salaryHis next contract was with the Washington Wizards, and he played with this team in the 2018–2019 season. The golden part of his career was returning to his old team, the Lakers. He was with this team in 2019-2020 when they won the NBA championship with his praiseworthy performance. Then he wore the jerseys of the Philadelphia 76ers for the 2020–2021 season. Currently, he is with his old team, the Los Angeles Lakers.

Stats:

In his NBA career, he played a total of 1209 matches, and he scored 15.9 points on average, 11.9 rebounds on average, and 1.4 assists on average. 

Dwight Howard Awards List

  • NBA champion in 2020
  • Eight times NBA All-Star from 2007 to 2014
  • Five times All-NBA First Team from 2008 to 2012
  • All-NBA Second Team in 2014
  • Two times All-NBA Third Team in 2007 and 2013
  • Four times NBA All-Defensive First Team from 2009 to 2012
  • NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2008
  • NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2005
  • Five times NBA rebounding leader from 2008 to 2010, 2012, and 2013
  • Two times NBA blocks leader
  • Naismith Prep Player of the Year in 2004
  • McDonald’s All-American Game Co-MVP, First-team Parade All-American, and Mr. Georgia Basketball in 2004

How tall is Dwight Howard? Know his Weight & Age

He is still alive and has not retired yet. He is 37 years old now. Dwight Howard is 6 feet 10 inches tall and weighs 120 kg. His basketball positions are “center” and “power forward.” In his basketball career, he did not wear any specific jersey. He wears jersey numbers 8, 12, 21, and 39.

Over the past five years, Rick C. Nees has written hundreds of NBA players' biographies, some of which have already been published in famous newspapers. He previously worked as- Commentator, Basketball Analyst, Basketball Player, Newspaper Sports Editor, Radio sports presenter. Rick grew up watching basketball leagues. He was a state-level high school basketball player who followed all NBA events since he was a child.

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