NBA: Player Rankings – Week 8

8. Dwight Howard (Houston Rockets) 

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) makes a dunk during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Simply put, Dwight Howard had a monster week. Saturday night was the highlight for Howard as he recorded 35 points, 19 rebounds, five assists, a steal and three blocks. The post moves Howard has been learning must have clicked in this week as he displayed a plethora of low post moves. He has not quite mastered them but his progression has definitely been strong. If Howard commits to mastering these moves given to him, the potential for the Rockets in the postseason is astronomical. Howard’s post moves combined with James Harden’s outside scoring ability could present a serious problem for any opposing team.