When Dwight Howard’s trade request became public, the superstar center pledged he would play as hard as he could and remain focused while he remained with the Orlando Magic.

It appears Howard has kept that promise…

…”The only thing that I can control is how I play and how I respond to my teammates and how I treat them,” Howard said before the game tipped off. “You can go around the room and ask the guys how I’ve been this year. I think I’ve been more vocal and a better leader on and off the court for my teammates.”

(by Josh Robbins via OrlandoSentinel.com)