Hoops Nation

Dwight Howard had the media and fans buzzing earlier this week when he hinted to possibly wanting to play with Derrick Rose in the future. However, that future may not be in Chicago because Josh Ribbens of the Orlando Sentinel has been told by the Magic general manager himself, Otis Smith, that Howard has NOT added the Bulls to his list teams where he would likely stay long-term.

Ribbens goes on to say that it would be unlikely for the Bulls to trade significant pieces for Howard without a guarantee that he would stay in the Windy City beyond this season.

Dwight Howard’s wish list currently consists of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks and New Jersey Nets. Howard is currently averaging 20 points, 15.3 rebounds and 2 blocks per game for the Orlando Magic, who are in the midst of a 4 game losing streak.