Nets not in trouble for tampering with Dwight Howard

The New Jersey Nets were once thought to be in some trouble after they were caught flirting with one of the NBA's premiere talents, Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard.

Howard who is one of the NBA's best centers who averages 18 points and 13 rebounds per game. Last season, Howard averaged 22.9 points per game with 14.1 rebounds. His size, 6'11," 265 lbs, is highlighted by his freakish physique, making him an intimidating presence inside the plate and a desirable addition for any team that wants him.
The Nets want Howard so they can have some clout when they move to Brooklyn next year. They also hope it will convince point guard Deron Williams to stay with the team when he becomes a free agent after this season.

Souces say that Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov met with Howard in Miami to talk about a trade, something that would have violated tampering rules since Howard is still under contract, and the Magic have not agreed to trade him to the Nets ... yet.

Howard and the Nets have denied the allegations, but ESPN reports that the Nets were allowed to talk to Howard by the Magic in a secret move by Orlando; however, once word got out that the meeting took place, it was assumed to be tampering.

The Nets are indeed one of three teams involved in the Howard sweepstakes. If the Nets can get him, it would be a huge gain for a franchise that has seen some dark days since the Jason Kidd era ended in 2008.

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