The Washington Wizards will reportedly sign Dwight Howard to a one-year contract. He’s an eight-time All-Star and three-time defensive player of the year. He averaged 16.6 points and 12.2 rebounds last season with Charlotte. He plays a position of desperate need, and he is getting paid a relatively paltry salary (at the most $5.3 million).
These are all good things. His signing should, theoretically, be cause for celebration. Yet, the reaction to Dwight’s pending arrival is far from universal glee. In fact, there is legitimate debate about whether his presence is even a positive for this team.