Dwight Howard has had his share of fun on social media during the NBA playoff season. From rallying support from the Los Angeles Lakers fans for his comeback to beefing with former players. Though he claims he has no tension with Shaquille O’Neal, the beef doesn’t seem to end. And now on the latest episode of his podcast, he had to apologize to Dallas Mavericks star player. 

Previously Howard predicted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should be the 2024 NBA MVP. While talking about SGA he said, “He’s put OKC on the map. All those guys believe in themselves. They fight for each other and they are happy for each other…So, shout out to Shai, he is my MVP.”

Now he changed his prediction on Above the Rim with DH 12, they spoke about whether or not Luka Doncic should have won MVP. “First, I got to say this Luca I am sorry. Listen, brother, I made a mistake, I counted you out. I was not familiar with what you’ve been doing but you that as far as MVP, you showing it.” But also made an unfavorable prediction for the Mavericks.

Hyping up Doncic, he also said that he might end up with 30 or 40 points against the Minnesota Timberwolves. But Dwight Howard predicts the Wolves to win the Western Conference. On his final prediction, he said “I’ve been going with Minnesota all the way.” Also, predicted a game 7 win for the Wolves. However, his last tweet got him in hot waters with fans and he had to clarify his stance.

Did Dwight Howard settle his beef with Shaquille O’Neal?

The former Lakers stars were close until an incident during the 2008 NBA Slam Dunk Contest that changed their bond. Howard appeared for the contest in a Superman t-shirt while wearing a cape. ‘Shaq’ accused Howard of trying to steal his persona, and ever since, they haven’t stopped criticizing each other. Especially from Shaq’s end, he misses no chance of coming down heavily on Howard.

When Dwight Howard changed his prediction for the MVP, A fan commented on his changed stance. “Funny you and @SHAQ got tension” and compared him and O’Neal for hating on other centers.

Howard was quick to clarify, “I have no tension with Shaq and second I don’t hate on other centers!” He even admitted his mistake of ignoring Doncic impact this season. “But I’m apologizing to Luka because I didn’t really pay much attention to his impact this season until now so I felt for me not to mention Luka as a snub was terrible on my part💯…” He also highlighted the amazing season Doncic is having with averaging nearly a Triple-Double.

So Dwight Howard is predicting a game 7 win for the Wolves and does not doubt that Doncic might score 30 or 40 points. But why do you think Howard had a change of heart for his MVP prediction?