Dwight Howard agrees to 1-year deal with Philadelphia 76ers

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The Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday formally announced the signing of all-star center Dwight Howard to a one-year deal.

NBA Insider Shams Charania first reported the news Friday night.

According to ESPN's Bobby Marks, the contract is for the veteran minimum exception of $2.6 million, per league sources.

Howard heads to Philadelphia after helping the Los Angeles Lakers win this past season’s NBA title.

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