Dwight Howard Decision: All-Star Reportedly Expected To Announce Signing On July 10

Report: Dwight Sets Date To Reveal Decision
LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 28: Dwight Howard #12 of the Los Angeles Lakers listens to the National Anthem before playing against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Four of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2013 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2013 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2013 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 28: Dwight Howard #12 of the Los Angeles Lakers listens to the National Anthem before playing against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Four of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2013 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2013 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2013 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Perhaps the most promising report on the "Dwightmare" is that it will be over soon.

Citing a source close to Dwight Howard, Dave McMenamin of ESPNLosAngeles.com reported on Friday that the All-Star, who is coming off one turbulent season with the Lakers, expects to announce his free agent destination on July 10. That is the first day that free agents can officially sign contracts.

On Thursday, ESPN's Chris Broussard reported there "is very little chance" Howard re-signs with the Lakers. Citing unnamed sources, Broussard indicated that Howard is willing to leave the extra $30 million that the Lakers could pay him on the table.

If that's the case, which team will Howard end up choosing? Shortly after the Lakers were swept out of the playoffs, Howard was rumored to be intrigued by the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks.

Both Houston and Dallas' star players have reportedly started recruiting Howard already. According to Alex Kennedy of Hoops World, citing sources close to the situation, James Harden began contacting Howard back in May. Tim MacMahon of ESPNDallas.com reported on Friday that Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki has contacted Howard as well.

However, Kobe Bryant wants the final word when it comes to the Howard sweepstakes.

Will the Lakers' campaign to keep Howard sway him more than Nowitzki and Harden?

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