“I Already Done Passed Dennis Rodman in Rebounds”: Former Lakers Star Admitted How His Career Would’ve Ended on a Better Note

After no NBA team took him in, Dwight Howard made headlines for taking his talents to Taiwan The three-time Defensive Player of The Year is arguably one of the greatest shot blockers in league history. In his last NBA action, Howard would be a part of the Los Angeles Lakers. Playing alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the big man wasn’t able to assert himself anywhere near his true potential. After his shift to Taiwan became a stage for his capabilities, the former Orlando Magic center sat down for an interview. It was then that the eight-time All-Star spoke about the unfortunate circumstances during his last season by comparing his accolades to Dennis Rodman.

Dwight Howard and the Lakers have quite a history. Notably, the former DPOY has been to the City of Angels three times. His first stint with Kobe Bryant would eventually make Howard an enemy of the city. However, his redemption season came in 2019. What he couldn’t;t achieve with the Black Mamba, Howard did with the King. His defensive presence and high-volume rebounding played an integral part in the Lakers’ triumph.

After returning for a third time last season, similar expectations loomed over the Lakers. Unfortunately, Howard would barely make it into the rotations under Frank Vogel. In a recent interview with Breakbeat Media, the three-time DPOY candidly spoke about the reason he wasn’t effective in his final season.

Dwight Howard wanted more minutes with the Lakers

In what would be a comedic interview, Howard spoke over a plethora of subjects. From his fight with Anthony Davis to Skip Bayless, the former Lakers star covered it all. When talks opened up about his last season, Dwight Howard put his case into perspective. As a dominant rebounder, he averaged a career-low 5.9 rebounds in his final season, a petty number by his standards. However, according to him, his time on the floor was to blame was his ineffectiveness. Moreover, the eight-time All-NBA team honoree had a slashing comeback ready for the interviewer.

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He said, “Do you expect somebody to get 15 rebounds if they playing 2 minutes a quarter? Dennis Rodman ain’t did it. I already done passed up Dennis Rodman in rebounds.” Howard continued, “Hell yeah, I wanted more than two minutes.”

While the NBA might have given up on the legendary big man, Howard’s first game in Taiwan sent a strong message. Proving the emotions behind his words, the three-time DPOY exploded for 38 points in his debut. Moreover, his monster double-double included 25 rebounds, a skill he believes the purple and gold didn’t utilize with the lack of floor time.

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In four games so far, Dwight Howard is averaging 24.3 points, 13.3 rebounds, 6 assists, and 1,8 blocks for the  Taoyuan Leopards. The 36-year-old has managed to make an impact on either sides of the floor. In need of a defensive anchor, do you think the Lakers made a mistake not resigning Dwight Howard? Let us know your views in the comments below.