We thought Dwight Howard’s run was over, and honestly, who could blame us? The guy had an incredible career. Eight-time All-Star, carried the Magic to the 2009 Finals, and even grabbed a ring with the Lakers in 2020. But turns out, he’s not done yet. If anything, he’s everywhere these days. From hosting unfiltered chats on his DH12 Above the Rim series to prepping for a Big3 takeover, or just showing up courtside at playoff games like he’s still part of the action. And it seems that not just us, even old teammates are taking notice of his renewed fire.

Like his former Highschool teammate Javaris Crittenton. Dwight Howard and Crit go way back to their Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy days. They dominated courts and built a brotherhood through basketball. That close brotherhood has also been on display on several occasions. One famous incident was exposed recently on Netflix’s Untold: Shooting Guards. In it, Vince Velasquez, the APD detective for Javaris Crittenton’s case, alleged that Dwight Howard helped him reduce his prison sentence.

Even though that claim is still not confirmed, Dwight and Crit’s brotherhood is. And Dwight Howard recently put it on display through an Instagram post. It was a fiery video of him on-court shooting threes. And it had written on it “Dwight Howard working on his 3 point shot for The Big3”. But the real flex happened in the caption. It said “After filming an episode of @dh12abovetherim Dwight Howard went to get his daily training session in where he was joined by his old Highschool teammate Jay Critt 🔥” 

Dwight Howard’s caption itself felt less like a casual update and more like a full-circle moment. But then Javaris’ comment sealed all the energy. He commented “I can’t lie, Dwight was shooting like Steph today, Frfr 💪🏾🙌🏾🔥🔥🔥”. Who says men don’t hype up each other? This one comment is the true definition of a homeboy sticking up for his brother, no matter the stage or spotlight.

However, the caption didn’t end there. It continued, “@godfreedcritt rebounding for @dwighthoward feels so nostalgic just like the old times at South West Christian Academy!”

In short, it was a perfect blend of nostalgia and the future ahead. Two former teammates reliving their roots while gearing up for something bigger. We’re excited to see how Dwight Howard will shake up the Big3, or has he started already?

Dwight Howard’s striking response to doubters

Dwight Howard has never been one to shy away from a challenge. His latest exchange with Michael Beasley’s Miami 305 team is no exception. Miami 305 posted a bold Instagram quote from Reggie Evans.“I’m not worried about Dwight. It’s good to have him… but you know, Beasley is the face of the BIG3. We got the MVP… he’s the man!”. It was a declaration of dominance, emphasizing Beasley’s reign as “the face of the BIGs” and “the man.” But Howard isn’t the one to back off.

Dwight Howard fired back with an icy reply on X. He said, “It’s cool you ain’t worried but you should be.” His response reflected quiet confidence. It was a reminder that despite Beasley’s MVP status and his team’s bravado, Howard is someone who is going to shake things up. He paired the post with Kanye West’s “Can’t Tell Me Nothing,”. It was a clear taunt and Howard, who seems to relish the underdog role, used the dismissive remarks as fuel to prove he’s far from irrelevant.

The tension between Howard and Beasley’s camp is more than just trash talk. It’s a clash of legacies. Miami 305’s post wasn’t just promotional. As the Los Angeles Riot and Miami 305 prepare to collide, the stakes extend beyond the court. Dwight Howard’s debut on June 14 isn’t just about winning. It’s about silencing doubters and reclaiming his status as a disruptor. This rivalry, fueled by sharp words and unshakable confidence, will surely redefine the BIG3’s narrative.