On November 3, 2004, Dwight Howard introduced himself to the NBA with the kind of athletic burst that would define his career. After a teammate forced a steal, the ball found Howard in stride. One dribble, one takeoff, and a soaring dunk later—the No. 1 pick had arrived. Howard was the last high school player ever selected first overall, and he made the leap look effortless. He averaged a double-double as a rookie, started all 82 games, and laid the foundation for a career that included five rebounding titles, three Defensive Player of the Year awards, and now, a place in the Hall of Fame. · Nov 4, 2004