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I Love Josh Howard

Continued from page 4

Published on February 15, 2007

From his daily calls to Helen to his tattoos—Taurus on his left arm, "Live Your Life" on his left wrist and Helen's "1500" street address on his chest—Howard won't forget where he's from.

Photo By Mark Graham

What are you getting Josh Howard for Valentine's Day?
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Avery Johnson is looking for more consistency from Josh Howard. One stat that reflects improvement: fewer headband-tossing incidents this year.

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Neither, however, will he shy away from where he's headed.

Though he's not dating seriously—"I've got some friends," he says with a smile—he is looking to settle down in Dallas and is shopping for houses around White Rock Lake. He often drives one of his four cars, including a '73 Chevy Caprice Classic, around town.

"I've got this contract, one more, and then by 33, I'm gone," Howard says. "I've got a lot more to offer than just basketball. I'm going to open up the Josh Howard Foundation in Winston and here. I've got a degree in religion. I'm looking into real estate. I'd like to start some group homes for kids. Whatever it is, I'll be here in Dallas at least part of the time. I love it here."

Dallas, time to reciprocate.

"I love Josh Howard!" Ortegal proclaimed during the Mavs' road win in Orlando January 23. "Love the way he plays. Love the way he carries himself. Get to know this young man, folks. Get to appreciate him. There's a lot about him to love."

Feel that, Josh? We heart you.

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Let me make this clear from the start.....I love Josh Howard and his game. My thoughts are concerning why when the USA called couldn't he have adjusted his schedule to include his camp along with representing "his country". I don't for a minute put Josh in the category of pampered star athletes, but I'm still disapointed Josh will not be representing the USA in the Olympics. I'm so fed up with our NBA players and the "street ball" they play in the Olympics that I wish we would send a "team" rather than overhyped pampered NBA stars. I know I'm a little off the track regarding the subject matter, but I get very passionate when it comes to "our game" that we have forgotten what it takes to win at the international level. In any event, kudos to the great Josh Howaed and the Mavs.
Comment by Lynn on Feb 15th, 2007, 08:43 am
wonderful story mr. whitt! mr. howard does truly need to be appreciated more. what a fine young man mr. cuban has blessed the great city of dallas with. go mavs!
Comment by Fraggie on Feb 15th, 2007, 15:46 pm
I Love Josh Howard!
Comment by Jonathan Lee on Feb 16th, 2007, 05:24 am
when Josh came to the Mavs as a rookie, i'd not heard of him or seen him play before. but i knew he was going to be a star. his sophomore year, when he got more play time, he became my fav Mav. now i live in CA and when they come to Sac or Oakland, i am there in a Howard tshirt. Josh isn't a spoiled Wade or Kobe. he's a real man and a talented player. thanks for doing what you do in life and on the court Josh. we love you! GO MAVS!
Comment by EdGar on Feb 16th, 2007, 10:30 am
Josh,

Wow am I proud of you! I had the pleasure of talking with you briefly after doing some self-esteem building with the kids at the past summer's bbq at Reynolds Park. Honestly they were more excited about seeing Josh and I was happy for them. So glad to see God blessings on you. You are exhibiting that you truly understand to whom much is given, much is required! Hope to see you summer 07 at camp!

Richale
Comment by Richale on Feb 18th, 2007, 12:39 pm
I respect you and your game. Thanks for signing my mavs hoodie at the mall, right before Chrismas. The world will know how good you are on and off the court eventually.
Comment by Randy Garza on Feb 20th, 2007, 15:33 pm
I love Josh so much he is my favorite basketball player. He is so talented he is amazing and he is just beginning. I was so proud of him when I found out he was playing on the All star team thatwas a big thing for him.
Comment by Adrian Jones on Feb 21st, 2007, 10:07 am
I really enjoyed this article on J-Ho, very insightful into what makes him tick. I really enjoy his attitude and work ethic on the floor. It's in stark contrast to the "look at me" attitude of all the other super stars in the NBA.
Comment by JC on Feb 21st, 2007, 11:46 am
i JUST WANT TO SAY AS SOMEONE WHO SAW JOSH BLOSSOM INTO THE SUCCESSFUL MAN THAT HE IS TODAY THAT HE IS A PERSONAL HERO OF MINE. EVEN THOUGH HIS LIFE AND MY LIFE WERE ON DIFFERENT PAGES,HE WAS THE TYPE OF PERSON WHO YOU SEE DOING GOOD,IT MAKES YOU REALIZE THAT YOU DON'T HAVE TO BECOME A PRODUCT OF YOUR ENVIROMENT. LOOK AT HIM, EVERYTHING WAS WORKING AGAINST HIM AND HE STILL PULLED THROUGH. I LOVE YOU BIG BRA! KEEP THAT LIGHT SHINNING.
Comment by FDB from WINSTON SALEM on Jun 25th, 2007, 18:18 pm
I THINK THAT JOSH HOWARD IS THE BEST. I LOVE THE WAY THAT HE PLAYS AND HOW HE NEVER GIVES UP. THE FIRST TIME THAT I SAW HIM PLAY I FEEL IN LOVE WITH HIM. I'M NOT A GROUPIE OR ANYTHING, BUT I WOULD LOVE TO GET HIM ON THE COURT ONE DAY AND PLAY ONE ON ONE WITH HIM. I CAN HOLD MY OWN AND HE WOULD BE A GOOD CHALLENGE FOR ME. BUT I HOPE THAT HE KEEPS PLAYING LIKE HE DOES AND NOT GIVE UP. BUT HOLD IT DOWN ON THEM FOULS.
Comment by candy from longview on Nov 13th, 2007, 23:23 pm
I think Josh Howard is a really good and down to earth person. I only met him twice and that short period of time I think it was love at first sight. He is a damn good basketball player and I just luv his lil two step dance he does on the Driver Select commercial. Anywho, Josh if you read this please email me so we can go hang out! Trust, I would still want to hang out with you if I met you in my hood working a 9-5. You're just my type.
Comment by Latanya from Fort Worth on Jun 4th, 2008, 01:55 am

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