Has signing Dwight Howard been a slam dunk for Hawks?

He's not Superman anymore and he's probably no longer a superstar at age 30 either.

But Atlanta native Dwight Howard has been a super addition to the new-look Hawks so far this season.

The team is 3-2 after two straight losses but Howard had 31 points and 11 rebounds Wednesday night and 20 points and 12 rebounds Friday night.

He's given the Hawks an inside presence and created a buzz about the team in his hometown.

Here's more from the AJC about Howard:

Dwight Howard introduced at Hawks season opener

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Hawks forward Terance Mann becomes assistant GM of Florida State basketball

Double-doubles from Trae Young, Onyeka Okongwu not enough as Mavericks hold off Hawks, 120-118

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Hawks forward Terance Mann becomes assistant GM of Florida State basketball

Double-doubles from Trae Young, Onyeka Okongwu not enough as Mavericks hold off Hawks, 120-118

NBA releases dates for this month’s Play-In Tournament

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