Dwight Howard Waives Opt-Out Clause, Staying With Magic
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard has signed papers agreeing to waive the early termination option in his contract and he will be with the Magic to begin the 2012-13 season.
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Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard has signed papers agreeing to waive the early termination option in his contract and he will be with the Magic to begin the 2012-13 season.
According to a report, Howard met with his teammates and told them he intends to remain with the Magic through the 2012-13 season.
Unfortunately for the Magic, the only person seemingly in charge down in "the happiest place on Earth" is Dwight Howard
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