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NBA Free Agency 2016: 5 best fits for Dwight Howard

By Charles Rahrig V

Feb 19, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Rockets won 116-100. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 19, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Rockets won 116-100. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 1, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford yells out during the second half in game seven of the first round of the NBA Playoffs against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena. The Heat won 106-73. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
May 1, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford yells out during the second half in game seven of the first round of the NBA Playoffs against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena. The Heat won 106-73. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets were one win away from reaching the semifinals in the Eastern Conference this past season. However, Dwyane Wade went off in Game 6 and the rest would be history for the Hornets.

Still, the team had yet another great year under head coach Steve Clifford and the team boasts some good talent on their roster. While they could lose some pieces in free agency from their roster, the Hornets like where they are heading and they should try to make some noise in free agency.

Before the trade deadline, it was rumored that the Hornets were looking into acquiring Dwight Howard. While the team has Al Jefferson on the roster, it was clear that they could use an upgrade at the center spot.

If the Hornets want to take the next step in the Eastern Conference, then they need to make a play for Howard. It might be hard if a star-studded team offers him a max deal, but the Hornets should at least give it a shot.

They’re a good team with a great chance to get better. They also stand to take a step back if they lose pieces and don’t end up replacing them either.

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