It’s no doubt that up until the March 15th trade deadline—and perhaps beyond that into free agency, Dwight Howard will be the buzz of NBA trade talk.

Among Howard’s potential suitors are most notably the soon-to-be Brooklyn Nets. There are a few different scenarios that could land the All-Star center in New Jersey. I will explore the numerous ways that could make or break the Nets’ future.

Weeks ago, it was believed that Howard was on his way to New Jersey for Brook Lopez and two first-round picks. However, since then, not only did the trade fall through, but Lopez was forced to miss six to eight weeks due to a stress fracture in the right foot.