Brutal commentary on Howard in his latest column. Simmons suggests Howard holds something back "every night" and I hate to admit it, but, I agree with more of what he says than I'd like to.

I disagree that Howard holds back, but I do think he's reckless when it comes to picking up cheap fouls -- especially technicals.

I'm curious what you all make of the comparison between Howard and other great centers: Shaq in his prime, Hakeem, David Robinson. Simmons suggests that because the Center position has essentially died and become something else. Arguably, Howard should be destroying everyone on both ends of the ball.

But isn't he? How much more should be be producing?

Bill Simmons: The Contenders.

See: #7 The Enigma for his write-up on the Magic.