Former professional basketball player Dwight Howard has made explosive allegations against his estranged wife in newly filed court documents, claiming she deceived him into marriage through false statements about her ability to have children.
According to legal documents obtained by TMZ, Howard filed for a protective order against his wife Amber, who also performs under the stage name Amy Luciani. The filing alleges a tumultuous relationship spanning several years, which ultimately led Howard to initiate divorce proceedings.
The court documents paint a picture of what Howard describes as systematic dishonesty. The former NBA center claims Amber had knowledge of her inability to conceive children but actively concealed this information and made false representations about her fertility status prior to their marriage. Howard characterizes this as part of a broader pattern of deception throughout their relationship.
Beyond the fertility allegations, Howard accuses his estranged wife of launching what he terms a campaign of defamation against him. He asserts that her false statements have resulted in tangible professional consequences, including lost employment opportunities. The athlete further alleges that Amber has spread damaging falsehoods about him to his family members, friends, and the mothers of his other children.
Among the specific allegations Howard vehemently denies are claims that he used cocaine. The basketball player states he has never used the illegal substance and maintains that these particular accusations have directly impacted his ability to secure work. Howard also alleges that Amber made false reports about him to law enforcement authorities.
Representatives indicate that Amber is denying Howard's claims against her.
Despite the contentious nature of the allegations, the estranged couple has reached a temporary agreement regarding their conduct during the divorce proceedings. The arrangement stipulates that both parties must maintain a distance of at least 100 yards from one another and refrain from harassing each other through social media platforms.
As part of the interim arrangement, Howard has been granted exclusive use of his mansion in Georgia. In exchange, he has agreed to provide Amber with $10,000 to assist with her relocation expenses.
The legal battle represents another chapter in what has become an increasingly public dissolution of the marriage. Howard, who enjoyed a lengthy career in professional basketball including multiple All-Star selections and Defensive Player of the Year awards, now finds his personal life under scrutiny as the divorce proceedings move forward through the court system.
