What happened: The 22-year-old guard-forward was the 11th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft. He spent his first three professional seasons with Orlando.
Why it matters: The two-way contract gives Dallas another developmental option for its NBA and G League rosters. Howard arrives after setting career highs in scoring and three-point accuracy last season.
By the numbers: Howard averaged 5.5 points across 55 games in 2025-26 while shooting 37.2% from three and 94.9% at the foul line. He has averaged 4.5 points and 1.2 rebounds in 133 career games.
What to watch: Howard will compete for minutes during preseason preparations for the 2026-27 campaign.